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I disappeared from Instagram for 6 months—and when I finally posted again, it went viral. But this wasn’t an accident. It was a calculated move, engineered with a 3-part visibility strategy I’ve used across all my businesses to attract the right clients, collaborators, and investors on command.

In episode 185 of Nicole Purvy Classified, I break down:

• Why I stepped away from social media—and what it taught me
• The exact formula behind my comeback post that drew in high-level attention
• How to use strong claims, intentional enemy creation, and pattern-breaking content to spark visibility
• And why “going viral” doesn’t mean anything if it’s not in front of the right people

This is the playbook for entrepreneurs who don’t chase trends—we train for precision visibility.

📥 Download the free Brand Visibility Guide (linked below)

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Books discussed:

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Train. Don't Chase.

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In Episode 184 of Nicole Purvy Classified, we answer a question most entrepreneurs never think to ask: What’s the safest asset you can build in 2025?

After 15 years of building businesses, investing in real estate, stocks, bonds—even other people’s companies—I’ve found the most underrated, recession-proof, high-ROI asset isn’t a portfolio. It’s fame. Not clout-chasing. Not influencer antics. Not fake internet buzz. Real fame.

The kind where you’re known by the right people for the right thing. Because in this economy, if you’re not known—you’re not chosen. Inside this episode, we break it all the way down:

🔑Why “being known” isn’t vanity—it’s VALUE.

⚠️ The 4 elements that create a brand with substance

⚔️ The Gospel & Framework method for building a brand you actually believe in

🧠 How to use AI (like ChatGPT & NotebookLM) to clarify your brand voice and scale visibility

📖 What the Bible actually says about fame, favor, and visibility

🧭 Why building a product without positioning is keeping you broke …and how to fix it in under an hour.

Plus, I’m giving you a FREE downloadable guide to help you build your own high-performance messaging plan using the 13 prompts I use with private clients.

🎯 DOWNLOAD YOUR FRAMEWORK + GOSPEL PROMPT GUIDE → https://www.nicolepurvy.com/the-client-magnet-method-aka-the-gospel-framework-

🎧 LISTEN TO THE COMPANION AI PODCAST EPISODE (Built with Notebook LM) → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaQ48KOteuU&t=158s

🧠 TRY NOTEBOOK LM (My Favorite Tool for Memorizing My Own Messaging) → https://notebooklm.google.com/

📩 SUBSCRIBE TO THE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER — Nicole Purvy Classified Insights → https://www.nicolepurvy.com/newsletter

🗂️ APPLY FOR THE GGM INCOME ACCELERATOR → https://www.godgoalsandmoney.com

🚪 APPLY FOR THE GOLD TABLE (High-Level Mastermind) → https://www.thegoldtable.com

👇 COMMENT BELOW: What’s your gospel? What do you want to be known for in 2025? Drop it below—I read every one.

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What if the real reason your income is stuck isn’t strategy, effort, or even timing—but your definitions?

In episode 183 of Nicole Purvy Classified, I’m breaking down 4 everyday words that are silently sabotaging your execution, blocking your business growth, and keeping your income inconsistent:

1. Decision
2. Emotion
3. Discipline
4. State of Mind

These aren’t just words. They’re performance levers—and once you define them properly, your clarity, consistency, and income start flowing. And yes... we’re going there. Forgiveness is part of the problem. But not the way you think. 🔗 Resources Mentioned: 📍 Apply to The Gold Table (High-Performance Business Think Tank – ATL & Philly) → https://www.thegoldtable.com/the-gold-table--9ba8c 📝 Book a 90-Minute Business Audit + 3-Page Income Growth Plan → https://www.nicolepurvy.com/aligned-business-reset-intensive 🎥 Watch Next: How I Automated My Income (Step-by-Step) → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HANT1w6Rxg8&t=17s 💌 Like this video? Share it with 3 ambitious friends and hit subscribe. Sharing is a love language, and clarity is contagious. Train. Don’t Chase. You don’t need more hustle. You need better definitions.

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Do this to get unstuck. If you keep avoiding the same to-do list items in your business—this episode is for you. What you think is procrastination might actually be your nervous system trying to protect you. But here’s the good news: self-sabotage can be rewired.

In Episode 182 of Nicole Purvy Classified, I walk you through:

✅ 11 specific business tasks you’re probably avoiding—and why

✅ How your brain assigns the wrong meaning to discomfort

✅ Why labeling yourself “lazy” is sabotaging your income

✅ How to break the procrastination–shame–self-sabotage cycle

✅ A simple but powerful framework to rewire your behavior and scale your income

✅ The biblical connection between fear, sober-mindedness, and profit.

You’re not stuck because you’re lazy. You’re stuck because your wiring needs a reset—and that’s exactly what we’re doing in this episode.

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🔗 Free Download 📥 Grab the Business Procrastination Audit Tool 👉 https://www.nicolepurvy.com/the-no-judgment-audit-template--07703

If this episode hit home, leave a comment and tell me which of the 11 things you’ve been avoiding—and how you’re going to face it.

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Are you really doing your best—or just staying busy? Most entrepreneurs stay stuck not because they lack ambition, but because they’ve misplaced their treasure, confused motion with progress, and built businesses around the wrong metrics.

In episode 181 of Nicole Purvy Classified, I break down the 4 conditions required for real growth—the kind of growth that’s spiritual, financial, and strategic. I’m also sharing:

✅ Why I sold almost all my properties and clothes

✅ How the “where your treasure is” scripture reframed my mindset

✅ Why letting go of things that used to define you is essential for progress

✅ What most entrepreneurs get wrong about “doing their best”

✅ The difference between progress and distraction—and how to fix it

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In Episode 180 of Nicole Purvy Classified, I’m breaking down the first thing you need to do to fix your sales process, increase conversions, and finally collect the money that should already be yours. If you’re working hard but still not making the money you should be, you’re leaving money on the table. Most entrepreneurs don’t struggle because they lack skills or talent—they struggle because they lack systems.

This episode will show you exactly how to fix your sales process, automate more income, and stop missing out on the money already in front of you.

📌 Here’s What You’ll Learn:

-Why most entrepreneurs leave thousands on the table every month (and how to fix it fast) -The #1 sales mistake that’s costing you money right now

-How to close more deals effortlessly—without being pushy or sleazy

-My proven system to increase your sales by 17% in just 48 minutes

📌 Watch until the end—because this one strategy alone could transform your revenue.

🚀 Ready to Stop Leaving Money on the Table?

🔹 Join the GGM High-Performance & Income Accelerator: https://www.nicolepurvy.com/ggm-income-accelerator

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Want to work with people who respect your time, value your expertise, and make doing business FUN & PROFITABLE?

Then you need to stop attracting jabronis and start building a business that magnetizes high-value clients, customers, and investors. In this episode, I break down:

✅ Why you might secretly hate your clients (and how to fix it)

✅ The #1 mindset shift that unlocked my $15M real estate fund

✅ How I scaled from $0 to $12K/month in automated income in just 30 days

✅ Why defining your “ideal client” is the key to scaling wealth & freedom

This episode is a MUST-WATCH if you're tired of attracting low-value customers, bad-fit tenants, or investors who don’t align with your business.

👉 listen NOW & Learn How to Build a Business That Attracts the RIGHT People

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I’ve been telling y’all about private equity real estate funds—now, the U.S. is launching its sovereign wealth fund. Coincidence? Maybe not. Trendsetters move first.

But here’s the real question: Are YOU holding yourself back from stepping into your next level? Moses did—EIGHT TIMES! And if you’re hesitating on launching your business, investing, or leveling up, this episode is for you.

In episode 178 of the Better Than Success podcast, I’m breaking down:

✅Why you keep getting copied (and what it actually means for your success)

✅ How we’ve already raised $500K - $1M in soft commitments for Invictus Elite Capital

✅ The BIGGEST mindset block that’s keeping you from making real money

✅ Why the wealthy don’t invest in stocks—they create funds

✅Why Moses’ story mirrors your fear of stepping into greatness—and how to overcome it

✅How to shift your mindset to start your own real estate business or invest in alternative real estate assets

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If you’re an entrepreneur looking to 3-7X your income AND automate your revenue using biblical principles and PROVEN business strategies, take my free webinar: "The 4-Step Framework to Automate Your Income & Get 100% Clarity in Your Business!"

https://lidyrmarketing.lpages.co/ggm-4phase-webinar-registration/ 🔥 JOIN THE GOD, GOALS, & MONEY INCOME ACCELERATOR 🔥 Get 47 step-by-step lessons with 20 workbooks to help you gain absolute clarity, reframe your mindset with biblical principles, and build an automated income system that gives you financial freedom. Enroll before the price doubles!

https://www.nicolepurvy.com/ggm-income-accelerator Learn step-by-step how to find deals, finance properties, build a portfolio, and create long-term wealth—all at your own pace. 🔥 Start learning today! → https://www.betterthansuccess.com/bts-real-estate-retirement-department--808df

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In Episode 177 of the BTS Podcast, host Nicole Purvy shares how she went from being completely unsatisfied and lacking clarity in her business to raising nearly $1M for a private equity real estate fund in just four months. At the latest BTS Multifamily Meetup, Nicole shared the 10 biggest lessons she learned in her four-month journey into multifamily real estate investing. This episode hits different because it’s not just about real estate—it’s about overcoming stagnation, finding clarity, and shifting your mindset to a higher level of success.

🚀 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why she closed the doors to BTS & made the community exclusive

✅ The mindset shifts that turned her entire business around

✅ How partnerships & the right rooms fast-track success

✅ Why social media isn’t the best ROI for business growth

✅ The massive wealth-building opportunities in multifamily investing

✅ The importance of breaking free from limiting beliefs to elevate 👀 If you feel stuck, lack clarity, or want to scale up in your business but don’t know the next move, this episode is for you.

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If you're a non-technical entrepreneur with an app idea and want to bring it to life without wasting time or money, join Amanda Spann's free webinar, 'From Idea to App: Build Your App Without Breaking the Bank.' Learn her Core Four Formula to launch your app with confidence! go here--- https://webinar.theappaccelerator.com/register

Join me for a special episode (ep 176) of the Better Than Success Podcast where I bring on my trusted guest, Amanda Spann, America's leading app educator!

After a long hiatus from interviews, I’m thrilled to share this conversation with someone I deeply trust and admire. Amanda has helped over 30,000 entrepreneurs turn their app ideas into reality, saving them time, money, and headaches. In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about building an app—even if you’re not technical—while avoiding costly mistakes.

Amanda shares her journey, app success stories, and actionable tips for turning your idea into a scalable, impactful business. Whether you’re a doctor, real estate professional, or small business owner, this conversation is for YOU! Stay tuned to learn how to transform your business, solve customer problems, and create an income-generating app that aligns with your life and goals. Plus, Amanda invites you to her upcoming webinar on February 13th at 7 PM EST to take the first step toward your dream app!

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And if you want to increase your net worth within one year or less while scaling your real estate business, join Better Than Success before the doors close forever on February 1. http://joinbts.com

To sit in on our pitch deck register here https://www.betterthansuccess.com/15mm-real-estate-fund

In episode 175 of the Better Than Success podcast, Nicole Purvy shares her personal journey of rediscovering her "zone"—that unstoppable mindset where success becomes inevitable. This episode offers a powerful mix of raw honesty, strategic insights, and actionable steps to help you overcome fear, align with purpose, and build unstoppable momentum in business and life.

Nicole dives into the keys to entering "the zone," including having a clear purpose, vision, and mission, surrendering to your reality, and cultivating conviction and deep gratitude. She also reflects on her transition from a challenging season to scaling a $15M private equity fund while empowering her community. Whether you're a real estate investor looking to scale, a business owner seeking clarity, or someone striving to align with your God-given purpose, this episode is packed with transformative wisdom and actionable insights.

Listen now to discover: What “the zone” is and how to get into it for unstoppable success. The critical role of purpose, mission, and vision in scaling your business. Why fear and victimhood block your progress—and how to overcome them. How Nicole rebuilt her business after a major setback. An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at "Wall Star Weekend "and scaling her $15M real estate fund. https://www.betterthansuccess.com/15mm-real-estate-fund

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Welcome to Episode 174 of the Better Than Success Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing the raw and unfiltered truth about my journey through a challenging year and the incredible breakthroughs that followed.

Here’s what you’ll discover:

✨ The lessons I learned from having my website hacked on Christmas Eve and how it led to a major business transformation.

✨ Why surrendering to your situation can be the key to aligning with your purpose and achieving success.

✨ An inside look at my $15 million real estate fund and the unique strategies we’re implementing to create massive impact.

✨ How the God, Goals, & Money Income Accelerator turned my life around in just 4 days—and how it can do the same for you.

✨ The steps to scale your real estate portfolio with Better Than Success, designed to guide you from foundation to scaling up.

🔥 Opportunities You Don’t Want to Miss:

1. God, Goals, & Money Income Accelerator: Get clarity in your business and automate your income with this game-changing program. https://nicolepurvy.samcart.com/products/god-goals--money-income-accelerator
2. Join Better Than Success: Doors are closing soon! Take advantage of this blueprint for scaling your real estate portfolio. http://joinbts.com
3. 1. Sign up for the FREE GGM Journal Gems Newsletter https://www.betterthansuccess.com/ggm-journal-gems-by-nicole-purvy--99dd6

Upcoming Events for BTS Members:

Tuesday: Deal Analysis Lab & Tutoring - Part 2 of analyzing apartment buildings with Art.

Wednesday: Mastermind Series on sourcing your own real estate deals (taught by Dom Summers).

Thursday: Spiritual productivity training in the GGM session.

January 30th: Invite-only multifamily meetup.

💡 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights into scaling your real estate success! Let’s build wealth and live our best lives together.

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In episode 173 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy dives into the second part of her gripping saga surrounding the hack of her website and business. Nicole reflects on the challenges of losing her main income stream overnight and shares the unexpected blessings and lessons that came from the ordeal. She reveals how her mindset and faith helped her rebuild better than ever—and how, in just one week of 2025, she’s already achieved record-breaking results.

➡️ Join Nicole’s BTS community at a special rate! Sign up here: https://www.betterthansuccess.com/new-bts-member-order Use code "NEWBTS30" at checkout

Nicole also discusses practical strategies for scaling up in real estate investing, insights into community-driven success, and the new pivots her real estate fund and BTS community are taking to empower members for massive growth. In this episode, Nicole unpacks the Bible verse Proverbs 24:16, sharing how its lessons on resilience and faith can transform personal and professional setbacks into triumphs. She also provides actionable tips for using ChatGPT to create better content and highlights a mind-blowing CIA program related to dopamine and blue light that might change how you see social media forever. 💡 Don’t miss Nicole’s must-watch resource recommendation, insights into her $15M real estate fund, and why scaling your real estate business in 2025 is more important than ever.

Listen now to learn:

How Nicole bounced back from her website hack stronger than before.

The ChatGPT prompt that transformed her productivity.

The mindset shifts needed to scale in today’s real estate market.

Why dopamine and blue light could be affecting your life and business.

The significance of Proverbs 24:16 in overcoming adversity.

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In Episode 172 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy reveals how a devastating malware attack on her business website became a breakthrough moment that transformed her approach to leadership, community, and real estate investing.

This episode is packed with actionable insights and strategies to help you turn setbacks into opportunities, level up your investing knowledge, and step into the next phase of your success. Nicole shares her personal journey of rebuilding her business from scratch and how this crisis led to powerful upgrades for BTS members—including expanded multifamily and single-family investing resources, improved tools, and a more streamlined experience.

-Use code "NEWBTS35" Learn more about Better Than Success Membership: https://www.betterthansuccess.com/new-bts-member-order -If youre ok with missing out on the discount but still want free stuff take our Beginners Real Estate Class here https://www.betterthansuccess.com/freecourse--60899

Why You Need to Listen to This Episode: * Learn how to turn business crises into opportunities with actionable steps to overcome obstacles and bounce back stronger. * Discover exclusive BTS updates that will help you build wealth more efficiently, including new multifamily investing training and deal-sourcing strategies. * Understand the key mindset shifts for resilience and how to stay grounded in faith and purpose when everything feels like it's falling apart. * Get insider tips on leveraging real estate market trends to adapt and thrive in 2025. * Walk away inspired and equipped with tools to align your daily actions with long-term success.

This episode isn’t just about Nicole’s story—it’s about giving YOU the strategies to thrive in any season of life or business. If you're ready to learn how to level up your mindset, your investing strategy, and your community, this episode is for you.

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In episode 171 of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nicole Purvy tackles the big question: why are so many entrepreneurs and real estate investors experiencing major dips in their income?

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Nicole dives deep into the current economic climate, sharing insights on how to pivot your strategy as a real estate investor or business owner in these shifting times. If your income isn’t what it used to be, this episode is for you.

🎙️ What’s Inside: The truth behind the recession no one’s talking about Key strategies for real estate investors (single-family and multifamily) The spiritual and practical mindset shifts you need for 2025 How to align with God, goals, and money to automate your income

🎧 Tune in now to gain clarity and start making bold moves to turn things around.

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Links Mentioned in This Episode: 👉 Learn more about the God, Goals, and Money Income Accelerator: https://lidyrmarketing.lpages.co/ggm-4phase-webinar-registration/ 👉 Join the Better Than Success Real Estate League: http://joinbts.com

Podcast Description: Hey landlords, welcome to episode 170 of the Better Than Success Podcast! I'm your girl, Nicole Purvy, and we’ve got an episode packed with value for real estate investors, small landlords, and entrepreneurs.

As of recording this episode on December 18th, the Fed has just announced their decision on rates. I’m breaking down what it means for you as a real estate investor and small landlord and how you might need to adjust your strategies moving forward.

I’m also sharing the story behind a recent Instagram post that made my phone blow up with messages and calls, plus a few game-changing God, Goals, and Money Journal Gems. You’ll hear my take on mindset, strategy, and navigating this season of life where challenges and opportunities come in extremes.

Lastly, I’m welcoming new members to the God, Goals, and Money Community and giving you insights on how automating your income can bring clarity and relief to your business and life.

Let’s dive in!

Also, here is the link to the Fed's statement transcription: https://www.federalreserve.gov/mediacenter/files/FOMCpresconf20241218.pdf

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In episode 169 of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nicole Purvy returns with a powerful update and an inspiring new perspective.

👉 Ready to join BTS? Visit http://joinbts.com to learn more. 👉 Learn about the God, Goals, and Money Income Accelerator: Visit https://lidyrmarketing.lpages.co/ggm-4phase-webinar-registration/.

After taking a break, Nicole dives straight into her latest venture—a $15 million real estate fund with three trusted partners. She shares her journey of overcoming challenges in smaller real estate deals and the epiphany that led her to think bigger. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the grind of small wins, this episode is for you.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why small real estate portfolios often create more work than reward.
• The mindset shift required to level up in business and life.
• The magic number of 37 units to achieve financial freedom in real estate.
• Why adjusting your strategy is critical for long-term success.
• How Nicole is transforming the Better Than Success Real Estate League to help members "fly higher."

Nicole also gives a sneak peek into the updated BTS calendar for 2025, focusing on multifamily investing, raising private capital, and wholesaling strategies. Plus, learn more about the God, Goals, and Money Income Accelerator and how it can help you automate your income while aligning with your purpose.

Whether you’re an investor, entrepreneur, or someone ready to think bigger, this episode will inspire you to let go of limiting strategies and embrace the next version of yourself.

👉 Ready to join BTS? Visit http://joinbts.com to learn more. 👉 Learn about the God, Goals, and Money Income Accelerator: Visit https://lidyrmarketing.lpages.co/ggm-4phase-webinar-registration/.

Listen now to uncover the strategies and mindset shifts that will take your business and investments to the next level!

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In this episode of [Podcast Name], we take our exploration of real estate investing to the next level by focusing on the game-changing role of virtual assistants (VAs). Tune in as we reveal 4 expert tips to leverage VAs effectively, from streamlining workflows to scaling operations seamlessly. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode is filled with invaluable insights to enhance your real estate ventures. Join us now to revolutionize your approach and unlock greater success in real estate investing!

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Welcome to today’s episode, everyone! 🚀 If you're ready to supercharge your real estate investment game, you’re in the right place. In this episode, I'm sharing three powerful tips that will transform how you approach investing and help you achieve better results faster.

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👉 Tip 1: Make More Offers - Learn why increasing the number of offers you make can significantly boost your chances of closing great deals.

💼 Tip 2: Don’t Negotiate When It’s Not Necessary - Discover when to hold back on negotiations to save time and energy, allowing you to focus on more profitable opportunities.

📊 Tip 3: Nail Down Your Strategy - If you haven’t pulled the trigger on your next deal, it might be because you haven't solidified your strategy. I’ll show you how to identify and refine the best approach for your investment goals.

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and follow the podcast, because next week, I'll be sharing a custom spreadsheet I've created to help you determine the perfect strategy for your investments. You won't want to miss it!

💬 Join the conversation! Share your biggest takeaway from this episode and any questions you have about real estate investing. Let’s grow and succeed together!

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Are you new to real estate investing and looking for a solid daily routine to set you on the path to success? In this episode, Nicole Purvy reveals the 3 essential tasks that every new real estate investor should do every day.

By incorporating these habits into your daily routine, you'll be able to build a strong foundation, stay ahead of the competition, and achieve your investment goals faster.

In this video, you'll learn:

• Daily tasks to help find good deals
• The importance of deal analysis practice and how to do it effectively.
• How to network and build relationships within the real estate community.

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Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your strategies, these tips are designed to help you succeed in the competitive world of real estate investing.

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Welcome back to Better Than Success Podcast for episode 165! This is Nicole Purvy, and I'm stoked to kick off a brand-new podcast series where we dive deep into my unexpected journey into wholesaling. Lately, I've found myself breaking promises I made as a real estate investor, from selling my entire portfolio to setting up a wholesaling business. Intrigued? Let me spill the details.

Check out our FREE wholesaling event on Nov 29, 2023 with Ashley Molina "Advanced Strategies in Wholesaler Deal Auditing to Maximize Profits" RSVP here https://betterthansuccess.com/product/85089/

Get a discount for WIRE Summit Tix at http://wiresummitdiscount.com

In this podcast, I'm documenting the step-by-step process of establishing a wholesaling business with my coach, who we'll affectionately call Mr. X for now. We're set to meet three times a week over the next four months, and I'm committed to sharing all the highs and lows with you.

In this first episode, I spill the beans on my goals, the essential systems we're putting in place, and why treating wholesaling like a business from the get-go is non-negotiable. We'll discuss everything from engaging cold calling virtual assistants to breaking down assignment fees and marketing strategies. It's a holistic look at the nitty-gritty of building a successful wholesaling venture.

Expect homework updates too – picking VAs, setting up Podio, and getting the auto dialer ready to roll. From triumphs to challenges, I'll be your guide through this exciting journey. Whether you're curious about wholesaling or navigating the ever-changing real estate market, this podcast series is your backstage pass.

If you're tuning in on the Better Than Success podcast, great news – I'll be sharing these episodes there too. Don't forget to subscribe, hit the notification bell, and join me on this rollercoaster ride of wholesaling wisdom.

And mark your calendars for the Women in Real Estate Summit on December 9th and 10th. Deals, strategists, lenders – we've got it all. Visit wiresummitdiscount.com for your ticket discount.

Thanks for tuning in, and let's conquer the world of wholesaling together! 💼🎙️🏠

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Welcome to episode 164 of the Better Than Success Podcast where we delve into real estate, entrepreneurship, and the art of creating a lasting legacy. Join us as we sit down with the remarkable Kim Avant-Babb, a real estate investor, author, and landlord strategist, to unlock the secrets to her nearly four-decade-long career.

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Learn more about WIRE Summit at http://wiresummit2023.com

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🔑 Kim, co-owner of Babb Properties and Legacy Real Estate Consulting, is fiercely passionate about empowering small landlords to effectively manage their rentals, boost profits, avert evictions, and construct generational wealth. With an impressive track record of self-managing rental properties for 39 years and an incredible zero percent eviction rate, her insights are a goldmine for aspiring real estate investors.

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Join us for a powerful episode on the Better Than Success Podcast as we dive into the incredible journey of Camille Pearsall, a woman who transformed personal tragedy into a thriving real estate empire. Discover how she overcame adversity, from her challenging upbringing to her extraordinary real estate success.

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Camille's story is not just inspiring; it's a testament to what can be achieved with determination and grit. We explore her roots in North Philly, her first property acquisition at just 16, and the impact of her father's influence on her real estate dreams. But her journey takes a sudden turn when tragedy strikes, forcing Camille to confront heartbreak and loss.

This episode is a testament to resilience, demonstrating how she turned pain into motivation. Get ready to be inspired as you hear about the remarkable encounter that transformed her fortunes. This episode showcases the incredible power of self-belief and determination in the face of adversity.

If you're seeking motivation and inspiration, don't miss this episode. Camille Pearsall's journey is a shining example of what's possible when you refuse to let obstacles hold you back. Tune in now and be prepared to be moved by Camille's remarkable journey from adversity to triumph in the world of real estate. Subscribe, like, and share this episode to inspire others on their own paths to success.

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In this special episode of Better Than Success, your host Nicole Purvy interviews one of the speakers of the 4th Women In Real Estate (WIRE) Summit, Jasmine Williams.

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In this episode, Nicole introduces a mini-series leading up to the highly anticipated Women in Real Estate Summit on November 11, 2023, at the CIRA Center in Philadelphia.

The lineup for this summit is nothing short of exceptional, featuring a diverse group of women real estate investors. Nicole emphasizes that while it's a women-led event, everyone is welcome, and for good reason.

But here's the exciting twist: Nicole is taking the time to introduce you to the summit's remarkable speakers before the event itself. She believes that getting to know these extraordinary women in advance will enhance your experience during the summit.

Nicole also has a special treat for you, dear listeners. She offers a limited-time discount code for summit tickets – "I love wire" – so you can secure your spot before it expires.

In this episode, Nicole dives into a fascinating conversation with one of the summit's stars, Jasmine Williams. Jasmine has been a realtor for nearly 14 years and brings a unique approach to the real estate game. She started as a notary, worked on credit repair, and helped her clients achieve their real estate goals with precision and integrity.

Jasmine shares her inspiring journey from fixing credit to building a robust real estate business model. She emphasizes the importance of financial literacy and helping clients save money while improving their credit. And like many, Jasmine faced the challenges of the pandemic head-on, leading her to create a coaching business that's evolved over the past three years.

Join Nicole and Jasmine as they discuss real estate, personal growth, and empowerment in this enlightening episode. Don't miss out on this dynamic conversation that could transform your real estate journey.

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In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Miss Asia Denson, a powerhouse in the Detroit construction industry. With over a decade of experience under her belt, Asia has seen and done it all, from managing construction projects to overseeing quality control inspections for highways and bridges. She's also the owner of Denson Construction Services LLC, where she works with contractors to renovate, inspect, and test various construction sites.

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Asia shares her incredible journey, which began with her background in industrial engineering technology and led her to become a highway engineer inspector. She talks about the grueling hours and the financial rewards of that job, as well as her decision to transition out of it when circumstances changed. Losing her condo to foreclosure turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as it allowed Asia to focus on her business full-time.

She delves into her early days in wholesaling and how she built relationships with investors, all while navigating the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated industry. Asia also reveals her strategies for success, including creative financing methods, her determination to educate her community on real estate opportunities, and her relentless pursuit of knowledge, which included obtaining her builder's license. Tune in to this inspiring episode to hear Asia's remarkable journey, her resilience, and her dedication to helping others achieve financial freedom through real estate in Detroit.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned pro, you won't want to miss the wisdom and insights Asia shares in this conversation.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, Host Nicole Purvy has a riveting conversation with Lindsay Smith: Why Real Estate Alone Will NOT Establish Generational Wealth.

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• Betting on Yourself Life
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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks with Rashauna Scott about her journey from being an employee to becoming a real estate agent and eventually transitioning into a full-time investor in just 18 months.

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During their conversation, they cover various topics, including:

1. The 4th Women In Real Estate (WIRE) Summit.
2. Raising Private Capital.
3. How Rashauna Structures Her Financing for Her Flips.
4. The Exact Steps She Took to Lead Her Own Team of Agents.
5. And much more.

Rashauna Scott is a millennial thought leader in generational wealth through real estate investment. As the Principal Broker of the Rashauna Scott Team at Keller Williams ONEChicago, she leads residential and commercial brokers in Chicagoland, consistently earning Top Producer accolades.

She's also the CEO of Flippin' In Heels, a nationwide community for women real estate investors, offering education and empowerment. With a decade of diverse investment experience, Rashauna specializes in acquiring multi-family properties and managing private capital.

Rashauna shares her expertise through regular educational content and sessions, aiming to empower her community. She holds a BA in Entrepreneurship and Business Management from Governors State University, with additional coursework at DePaul University and Moraine Valley Community College.

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Today I am interviewing Leon Buie, a seasoned real estate investor with twenty-one plus years of experience in the game. Leon started his career as an entrepreneur and owned and operated several businesses before investing in a real estate opportunity in 2000. It wasn’t long before he was managing 23 properties, single family and multifamily, and had flipped 50 plus properties. After the market crash in 2008, Leon pivoted to focus on multifamily investments and began hosting short term rentals through Airbnb in Philadelphia and Delaware. Tune in as we talk about the ins and outs of rental property management and Leon offers up invaluable information about getting started as an Airbnb Host.

In This Episode:

• [04:30] Leon shares how he got started into retail investment and development
• [14:20] Managing other business while growing his retail development
• [20:30] Learning which type of properties are best to invest in and manage
• [2:10] Setting up one of his properties as an Airbnb
• [41:58] Pros and cons of becoming an Airbnb host
• [1:01:00] Best way to calendar block your Airbnb property to maximize profit
• [1:06:40] Getting started with Airbnb hosting: how to list your property
• [1:10:07] The pros of having a doorbell camera/security outside of your unit
• [1:12:53] What is Leon’s Pet Policy?
• [1:13:46] Setting up an Insurance Policy or being reimbursed by Airbnb
• [1:16:12] Is renter’s insurance needed for guests who stay longer than 3 weeks?
• [1:16:58] Discounts for stocking your Airbnb with linens, furniture or other supplies
• [1:20:42] If you have to choose: long-term rentals vs Airbnb short-term rentals
• [1:25:53] How to connect with Leon online

Takeaways:

• The hardest part about real estate is the contractor personality management.
• When you have a multi-family unity, like duplex or triplex, then you're never dependent on that one person to pay. For anybody in the real estate game, you don't ever want to pay your mortgage out of your own pocket.
• If you have a property and you know what it's worth, don't let anybody talk you out of it or try to get you to sell when you know you shouldn’t.
• The pros of Airbnb hosting is that you have the opportunity to make more money, repairs and maintenance are easier to manage, and you have a place to stay for free when you’re traveling in that particular area.
• One of the cons of Airbnb hosting is having to be available at odd hours when a guest is having trouble getting in the unit or problems with the house itself.
• Leon’s biggest tip for Airbnb hosting: Use white linens so you can always bleach them.
• If you’re going to allow longer-term stays, set a cut off or limit for renting so you can clean the unit regularly, get paid, and check the property as opposed to renting for more than 3 weeks.

Links:

Leon’s Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heavenlypropertiesnyc/?hl=en

Leon’s Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elthenumerouno/?hl=en

Guest Bio:

Leon Buie III is a seasoned real estate investor with twenty-one plus years of experience in the game. He grew up in the Germantown section of Philadelphia attending Central and MLK High School. After high school he took the entrepreneurial route and owned and operated several businesses including, a car lot, hair salon, candy store and a car wash , which led him to a real estate investment opportunity in the year 2000, at the age of 30. The deal was such a success Leon doubled down and went all in. He became a regular at the sheriff sale auction, and before you know it was land lording twenty 23 properties (single family and multifamily) with 50 plus flips under his belt. After surviving the market crash in 2008, Leon pivoted his focus primarily on multifamily investments which allowed him to scale and convert several of these units into short term rentals in Philadelphia and Delaware. Leon looks forward to semi-retirement and venturing into more passive forms of Real Estate.

Leon is a loving and dedicated father whose two children followed his footsteps owning their own businesses at early ages.. His son Leon owns and operates a short-term luxury vehicle rental service in Atlanta Georgia. (VIP THERE NOW) . His daughter Leila is a licensed cosmetologist and nail technician servicing clients in Upper Darby Pa. (NAIL'D BY NOEL).

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We are back to bring you a highly sought after interview and some powerful Q and A’s. Today we are interviewing Levar Clark, a self taught real estate entrepreneur from Philadelphia. Levar has been in the business since 2003 and today he is sharing how he got his start as a real estate entrepreneur and what he’s learned along the way. In an ever changing industry, Levar’s insight into his community and the market has helped him build a successful career and six figure net worth. Tune in today as we talk about land banking, zoning, and community support and lay it all out on the table.

In This Episode:

• [02:42] Insight into how Levar got his start in the real estate world.
• [03:40] Success in the real estate business is not determined by the number of units you own, and here’s why.
• [08:19] Levar shares some advice for new investors based on his experience.
• [09:43] How Levar turned $41,000 into $40-50 million under management.
• [13:00] Levar uses the “homeowner’s aspect” and market fluctuations to choose which neighborhood to purchase properties in.
• [15:07] When should you buy or build condos? When should you not?
• [16:22] The pros and cons of selling a developed property or renting out a developed property.
• [21:12] The only thing you can really control in the real estate business.
• [22:41] How Levar approaches investing in commercial spaces.
• [27:55] Levar’s biggest project that he’s developed to date.
• [29:06] How Levar plans and prepares for zoning.
• [37:32] Why it’s important to seek a community’s support for your projects.
• [47:09] Levar breaks down how to determine the number of units you can get on a parcel.
• [57:49] Stop using social media to compare your projects with your competition.

Takeaways:

• Investors need to understand what their end goal is before they can understand what they’re going to do when they first start.
• If you plan to be a larger developer, you have to be active in the community and develop relationships with your local political leaders and policy makers.
• Land banking, purchasing multiple lots a few years before development begins, helped Levar get ahead of his competitors, especially in today’s high market.
• When you are ready to invest, make sure to stick to your buying criterias instead of making your decisions based on the status of the market.

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Guest Bio:

Levar Clark is a self taught real estate agent that has built his net worth from $41,000 to one million dollars using market fluctuations, his intuition, and seeking his community’s needs. Over the last 12 years, Levar has gone from buying and developing single units from sheriff sales, to multi-unit properties. Today he is opening up and sharing his knowledge and advice for new investors. Tune into today’s episode for his insider knowledge!

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In this super entertaining episode, I’m bringing you another great conversation from our live Q&A sessions. I sat down with a friend of the show, Asia Denson, to chat about the investment risk and opportunity within the Detroit market. Asia is an investor and GC based out of Detroit and is dropping knowledge from over ten years in the industry to attempt to demystify the Detroit market while also giving you some great tips around investing no matter where you are. From government contracts and land bank properties to gentrification and hard money loans, I really want you to listen to this fantastic conversation even if you’re not in Detroit. It’s always a good time talking with Asia, and I can’t wait for you to hear this valuable chat.

In This Episode:

• [04:00] Introducing Asia, what she’s up to now, and getting government contracts
• [11:23] The pros and cons of buying land bank properties in Detroit
• [19:52] Getting hard money loans in Detroit
• [26:25] Strategy for someone looking to invest in Detroit remotely and The Detroit Home Mortgage Program
• [31:20] Walking through the finances of Asia’s first flip and using out of pocket money when investing in Detroit
• [39:20] The power of negotiating and utilizing credit cards to fund rehabs
• [46:15] Flipping vs. wholesale and buying vacant lots for new builds
• [49:15] Revitalizing a city and gentrification vs. colonization
• [52:08] Applying for credit cards, getting a GC license in Detroit, and Asia’s recommendations for first-time investors in Detroit
• [1:04:02] Working with new investors, the impact of timing, and neighborhoods to look out for in Detroit
• [1:10:57] How I started working on government projects and why they’re a great opportunity for minority women
• [1:18:43] Hiring specialized VAs and Asia’s upcoming plans and goals

Takeaways:

• Detroit is a great market, but you need the right team who understands its uniqueness and knows where to go and where not to go.
• Don’t buy a land bank property if you’re broke and unwilling to work within time constraints. If you do buy one, hire a contractor who is familiar with and willing to work on a land bank property.
• Before even thinking about funding in Detroit when looking at a property, the number one thing you should do is pull a title report. Because defraud is very, very big in Detroit.
• Every city has its own unique set of issues based on the climate and ecology of the town. Regardless of whether you’re a new or experienced investor, you need to acknowledge that you don’t know everything and seek help from those from the area and can guide you with their inside knowledge.

Links:

Connect with Asia on Instagram: @ladycontractor and @densonconstserve

DetroitHomeMortgage.org

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Guest Bio:

Ms. Asia Denson has been in the Detroit construction environment since 2007, operating as an independent, capable, and conscientious adult. Asia Denson’s 10+ years of construction experience encompass various aspects ranging from full-scale residential and commercial renovations, construction/project management, concrete testing, and engineering services.

As the owner of Denson Construction Services, LLC (DCS), Denson works with contractors to manage, renovate, inspect, and test various construction sites. She has overseen a variety of quality control inspection activities that are designed to ensure that highways, bridges, and allied transportation facilities conform to the plans and specifications contained in contractual construction agreements.

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In this week’s game-changing episode, I sit down for a Q&A with Ugo Opara. Ugo is a Philly-based real estate agent who uses an exciting strategy to help first-time homeowners increase their purchasing power with low interest and zero down payment mortgages. He has learned a lot through his experiences and investment failures and now uses his expertise to walk homebuyers through the character-based lending program NACA. We talk all about Ugo’s slow start with investment properties, what he’s learned along the way, and the ins and outs of the NACA program. Tune in to this truly entertaining Q&A with Ugo!

In This Episode:

• [3:10] How Ugo got started with investment properties
• [6:34] The worst project Ugo has ever had and the realization of the power of contracts
• [11:49] Using education, networking, and a mental shift to turn things around slowly
• [13:50] How Ugo was turned away from single-family projects and what he started doing instead
• [19:55] Ugo’s tricks and tips to finding mislabeled multi-family properties to convert
• [25:20] Ugo’s experience with the NACA mortgage program and breaking down the ins and outs of the program
• [39:32] How to become a NACA realtor and how Ugo benefited from going through the program as a client first
• [42:15] The importance of maintaining your NACA property as a primary residence and what happens if you need to move
• [45:45] What you need to consider before transferring property to an LLC before using NACA
• [48:39] Why maximizing function over money is more important to Ugo
• [50:33] Why all landlords need to step it up in common areas with surveillance and security systems
• [53:44] How to go through NACA while having multiple investment properties

Takeaways:

• It doesn’t matter how hard you work. You have to be smart. You can be a good person with good intentions and never reach success because there are specific rules you have to play by.
• If you want to use NACA, start the process early. Ask yourself if you’re willing to stick it out with NACA to benefit from it in the end.
• When it comes to NACA, it’s not about how much you make. It’s about how you manage your money. Most people taking advantage of NACA don’t actually need it.
• If you’re willing to take the time with NACA, it can help anyone anywhere in the USA to build the real estate portfolio of your dreams.

Links:

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/ugotheagent/

https://www.zillow.com/profile/UgoTheAgent

Guest Bio:

Ugochukwu was born in Nigeria and is the oldest of 4 siblings. He grew up in Yeadon, Pennsylvania (Y-Town). He graduated Bachelor of Science in Finance from Temple University.

He started in real estate as a realtor in 2013, then in 2017 he started investing. Ugochukwu built a portfolio that allowed him to do real estate full time. He has been a top producing realtor for 3 years and counting with over 6+ Million in annual production. He is also a buy and hold investor with a focus on small Multi-family on mixed-use.

Apart from that Ugo loves real estate and is still growing and building the portfolio.

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In this week’s episode, join us for a Q&A with Jamisa McIvor. Jamisa is a CEO at Rosebud's Investments LLC. She has become one of the most powerful self-starting female millennial entrepreneurs that have taken the real estate industry by storm. Jamisa has created a welfare-to-work program under her company's umbrella that serves both single and married mothers by providing them with the tools and resources to understand that there is another way to provide for families and relieve them of their dependency on the system. We talk about her experience and investment strategies while answering your most pressing questions on how to scale your own property investments. Sit back, relax, and listen here for this informative Q&A with Jamisa!

In This Episode:

• [ 04:41 ] Introduction to Jamisa McIvor.
• [ 09:59 ] The strategy Jamise behind taking a property and not having a mortgage.
• [ 13:21 ] How Jamisa started with infinite banking.
• [ 19:02 ] How to use whole life dividend paying policies to borrow against yourself as a banking system.
• [ 27:55 ] Jamisa’s strategy on flipping properties.
• [ 40:17 ] Don’t let competing on social media distract you from your goals and the vision for your life and business.
• [ 47:32 ] When it comes to using a whole life dividend paying policy, make sure that whatever you put in, you can afford to keep up, because this is something that you would have to pay into annually for years to come.
• [ 51:12 ] What is infinite banking?
• [ 01:12:29] What is generational wealth?
• [01:16:45] Do you need to submit an extensive health review or physical to apply for a policy?
• [1:22:36] What are Jamisa’s three most impactful books shes read on her journey thus far.
• [1:31:03] How Jamisa balances entrepreneurship and motherhood.

Takeaways:

• You don’t have to depend on and compete on social media for your business. Keep sight of your goals and values while looking into generating other income sources as well.
• How Infinite Banking or being your own bank work’s is when you buy whole life insurance, you have the premium amount and the cash value. As you're buying whole life insurance over time, it's a little bit in the beginning and as you get closer to the maturity date it's accruing cash value up into the face value of the policy. The important part to know is that you can always borrow the cash value of your policy. With policies, you can borrow money from yourself and earn from it.
• Have knowledge about your daily operations. Having that knowledge is where you can learn and get creative. People can take away your money and resources but they can’t take away your knowledge.
• Not all whole life policies are created equal. If you're going to use strategies, you have to buy policies that accumulate cash value early on.

Links:

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Jamisa’s coaching website

Jamisa’s company website

Guest Bio:

Jamisa McIvor has become one of the most powerful and self-starting female millennial entrepreneurs that have taken the real estate industry by storm.

Her journey started from a novice property owner to a deed holder of 25 mortgage-free properties purchased through her company, affectionately named after her grandmother, Rosebuds. She got started in real estate when she purchased her first home from her grandmother. Fueled with courage, willingness, determination, and confidence, Jamisa begins mastering the craft of real estate, that initial investment catapult pulls Jamisa into becoming a skilled and innovative investor that serves as a stellar example to those desiring, to become new investors and entrepreneurs and innovative spirit.

Jamisa has created a simple strategic investment plan that alll people of all ages and all walks of life can implement. A wife, a mother to four young children, and a servant leader at heart, Jamisa teaches women how to balance motherhood and wealth at the same time.

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In this week’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Chloe Carmichael. Chloe Carmichael Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and author of Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety. Today she is going to share with us four out of the nine anxiety tools she detailed in her new book to help successful people harness nervous energy. This Includes creating mental shortlists, emotion-based to-do lists, scripting anchoring statements, and scheduling worry time. Even before the pandemic started, many real estate agents were struggling with major stress. Thinking about a property they’ve had their eyes on, being in the process of a property rehab, and taking care of their family all at the same time! Dr. Chloe will show us simple ways to adjust and thrive through inevitable life changes, especially during these uncertain times and answer your questions to help you cope with stress or anxiety. So sit back, relax, and listen here for this mini therapy-session-like Q&A with Dr. Chloe!

In This Episode:

• [ 03:36 ] Our guest, Dr. Chloe Carmichael’s introduction.
• [ 08:06 ] Create mental short lists of five good, productive thoughts for when we are stuck obsessing and overthinking a thought that is no longer productive.
• [ 13:36 ] Are you doing everything on your to-do list, but you’re feeling no connection to doing it? Or are you starting to procrastinate on your to-do list? Chloe recommends creating an emotion-based to do list to understand the different emotions you feel around a certain task.
• [ 20:44 ] Trina, from the audience, volunteered to share the item in her to-do list that’s keeping her stuck around a VA who’s working for her in her business.
• [ 22:32 ] Dr. Chloe gives Trina recommendations for her problem.
• [ 29:16 ] Nicole’s input on Trina’s situation
• [ 37:06 ] Scripting anchoring statements. Creating a statement that is so simple and straightforward that in times of panic or anxiousness, you are able to pull yourself back into rational thinking.
• [ 42:46 ] Thought replacements Dr. Chloe feels can help people in a variety of situations.
• [ 45:08 ] Making time in your schedule to worry instead of allowing those worrying thoughts to plague you constantly throughout the day.
• [ 56:46 ] How can you press through stress brought on by lack of confidence?
• [ 1:01:05 ] How much time should someone spend self-actualizing?
• [ 1:02:11 ] Can self care action, which is designed to help you cope, actually become a crutch or addictive?

Takeaways:

• Write down a mental shortlist of good things to think about to shift your mind from what you’re currently fixated on that is giving you anxiety.
• Review your to-do list and identify the emotion that comes up when you’re thinking about that certain to-do list item you have been procrastinating.
• Writing anchoring statements; creating a simple statement that we know is going to reactivate our ability to rationalize our thoughts.
• The zone of control is a technique where you can keep your focus on the thoughts that are in your control.
• Studies have shown that affirmations can make us feel less secure when we're in a situation where we don't feel confident if the affirmation is too over the top.

Links:

https://www.drchloe.com/emotions/ - Dr. Chloe’s Emotional Vocabulary Simulator

http://nervousenergybook.com/ - Dr. Chloe’s Book, Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety

http://usphjobs.com/ - Dr. Chloe’s Source for VAs

https://www.instagram.com/drchloe_/ - Instagram

Guest Bio:

Graduated Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa from Columbia University. Dr. Chloe Carmichael holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University. Her private practice focuses on stress management, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coaching. She is the author of Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety (St Martin's Press, 2021); the book was endorsed by Deepak Chopra.

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In this episode, join us as I sit down with Real Estate Investor Maurice Demosthene for a Q&A to answer your most pressing questions on how to start investing in real estate and how to develop bank relationships to fund your real estate rehab and acquisition. Maurice is a Haitian immigrant who quit his job and pursued real estate investing after proposing to his now-wife. He has been in the industry for 16 years now with a 30 unit portfolio in Southwest Philly and has come to a point where they can buy property whenever they want. We talk about different strategies to start investing in real estate, how he flips properties, ways to look for deals, and how to manage your own team. We also talk about the key things of success while answering your questions. Sit back, relax, and listen here for this informative Q&A with Maurice!

In This Episode:

• [06:13] Our guest, Maurice Demosthene’s introduction.
• [09:44] A wedding doesn’t have to be lavish. You can use some of the money from it to invest.
• [14:57] Which is better when you start investing in real estate, flipping or purchasing?
• [17:55] Maurice’s wholesale business.
• [23:39] The strategy for finding deals in Multiple Listing Service (mls.com).
• [36:28] How to effectively delegate tasks in your business.
• [42:26] What’s the cost like for Maurice’s largest building deal, the process, getting a lawyer, and how he got approved.
• [50:23] Developing relationships to use a bank that can fund your property rehab in acquisition.
• [51:50] Recommendations on which areas in Philadelphia to start your first project in.

Takeaways:

• Figuring out what is the best way for you to start your real estate investment.
• Strategies to build relationships and find deals that you can close.
• Onboarding the right people in your business and delegating tasks effectively can significantly help you in the long run.
• A flipping strategy can be great for you if you love the process of property rehabilitation.
• Ultimately, discovering what kind of investor you are and who you want to be in the business, will help you figure out where you need to start your real estate project.

Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/maurice-demosthene-42a06733/ - Maurice Demosthene’s LinkedIn

https://twitter.com/RealEstateRico - Maurice Demosthene’s Twitter

http://www.mrdhouses.com/ - Maurice Demosthene’s Company Website

Guest Bio:

Maurice Demosthene came from a family of Haitian immigrants and is now a husband and father of two children. He graduated from Temple University and has been a real estate agent at Realty ONE Group Legacy since 2005. He has been invested since 2010 and has a 30 unit portfolio in Southwest Philadelphia.

Maurice’s mission is to help buyers and sellers make educated decisions about real estate. As someone who has been in the industry for 16 years, Maurice has extensive experience buying and selling real estate in the City of Philadelphia and its surrounding counties.

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In this week’s episode, join host Nicole Purvy for a Q&A with Malik Carter. Malik Carter is a realtor and real estate investor who has been involved in the real estate industry since 2007. He’s here today to answer your burning questions about real estate in Philadelphia. We delve into why now is the right time to be investing in real estate and the issues surrounding why Black people aren’t investing in their own communities in Philadelphia. Finally, Malik stresses the importance of always taking the time to invest in yourself and your business. You don’t want to miss the valuable information Malik is sharing with us today!

In This Episode:

• [ 14:23 ] Are real estate agents becoming a dying industry?
• [ 24:05 ] The differences between Malik and Nicole’s opinions of why they think Black people aren’t investing and buying homes in their own neighborhoods in Philadelphia.
• [ 45:16] The attitude Nicole believes you should implement to show up confidently in business.
• [ 52:49 ] What are the best marketing strategies to find wholesale deals in Philadelphia?
• [ 54:21 ] The advice Malik gives for making an offer on a property with existing violations direct to the seller.
• [ 55:31 ] What are the best ways to meet sellers, especially during the pandemic?
• [ 56:12 ] The neighborhoods Malik would recommend in Philadelphia to new investors.
• [ 1:06:06 ] Think big when it comes to real estate and outside the box of what others are doing.
• [ 1:15:38 ] Don’t be afraid to invest in yourself and your business.

Takeaways:

• The best marketing strategies to find wholesale dealers in Philadelphia.
• With new technologies being developed to sell your home with the click of a button, the real estate agent business is becoming a dying industry.
• Even though there is a sense of urgency to buy property, mindset and growth takes time. Be kind and fair to yourself when changing your mindset to invest in and buy property.
• Now is the time in history to make money and invest before the automation of jobs becomes more prominent.
• Always take time to invest in yourself and your business.

Links:

www.betterthansuccess.com/freecourse - Get access to the FREE Real Estate Beginners Class.

www.betterthansuccess.com/realestatejournal - Need help better understanding your real estate area? Download my FREE Real Estate Journal, available May 31st.

Guest Bio:

Malik Carter is a Realtor and real estate investor, involved in the real estate industry since 2007. His career started as a mortgage loan officer for a small firm in Glenside, PA. After only a year at the mortgage company, Malik left that company to launch a mortgage company of his own. A few months into this new venture, the economy began to collapse. After eight months of banks closing and years of millions of people losing their homes, the economy started to stabilize.

Malik had to pivot and adjust to survive because the mortgage industry changed. Malik began buying foreclosed properties and renting them out to supplement his income. Malik sold one of the rentals for an excellent profit and decided to also flip properties. So many people were interested in the properties being flipped that Malik started helping other buyers find houses, launching his career as a Realtor. Today Malik flips several houses a year, still maintains a portfolio of rental properties, and helps families buy their dream homes.

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• • Learn more about Better Than Success Real Estate League at Betterthansuccess.com/btsrel
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In episode 150 of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy moderates a Real Estate Q&A session with Cory Mundt and Margaret DePippo of Cash Now Philly.  The couple has a built a large wholesaling operation that involves a large team and complex systems.  Within a few short years they are bringing in over a million in annual revenue through wholesale fees. Learn the tricks to their business and success in this episode.

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In episode 149 of the BetterThan Success Podcast Host Nicole Purvy sits down with Real estate Investor Lorenzo Jackson during one of BTS' Weekly Real Estate Q&A Sessions. Join us live every Thursday at 7pm for our live virtual real estate Q&A event. Get access at betterthansuccess.com/events.

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Lorenzo’s real estate career started in 2008 when he received his Real Estate Sales License. Lorenzo quickly found his niche in property management, he smoothly worked his way up the corporate ladder holding positions as a leasing consultant, assistant property manager, and property manager. While working full time in his corporate positions he built a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio and decided to run his property management (Jackson Rental Homes) and construction (Jackson Home Remodeling) company full time. He is currently growing his property management

Mr. Jackson has received awards as the top leasing consultant for Berkshire Properties, Outstanding Service for Berkshire Properties, and was recently recognized for his real estate work as “40 under 40” for Philadelphia Real Estate Week.

Mr. Jackson is an advocate in the city of Philadelphia and surrounding counties to teach entrepreneurship within the schools and programs assisting disadvantaged minorities. He regularly attends career days, panels and accepts mentorship programs. Lorenzo is a married, father of two and resides in the Philadelphia area..

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In episode 148 of the Better Than Success Podcast, We are debuting a new format for a new podcast that we will be launching, "The Better Than Success Real Estate And Business Ownership News Brief". This is episode 3 of the new podcast. After episode 3, please find the series on its own podcast. We would love to hear your feedback. Dm us at @betterthansucces or @nicolepurvy on IG.

Find each article mentioned in this episode below:

1. Phila - ZONR - Easier Philadelphia Zoning Feasibility Planning
   Did you know there's a web application that helps developers accurately plan what can be built by-right in the city?
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm_medium=email&_hsmi=110477642&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9t5LNBN_tRPt97brfA9v4VxAAEGh_wLRIlHzPZmJqdHebHxu2B2S-2mNn0EMhJUO3xXFCQBf2WzfU1DMvKw-8fqF0eRg&utm_content=110477375&utm_source=hs_email&v=PKQv4yq3nIk&feature=youtu.be

2. Five Strategies For Real Estate Professionals Looking To Stand Out In 2021
   https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesrealestatecouncil/2021/02/08/five-strategies-for-real-estate-professionals-looking-to-stand-out-in-2021/?sh=16c23cb86f25

3. Bidding wars are off the charts, as home listings fall to a record low
   https://www.cnbc.com/2021/02/12/bidding-wars-for-homes-are-off-the-charts-as-listings-fall-to-record-low.html?&qsearchterm=home%20listing

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In episode 147 of the Better Than Success Podcast, We are debuting a new format for a new podcast that we will be launching, "The Better Than Success Real Estate And Business Ownership News Brief". This is episode 2 of the new podcast. After episode 3, please find the series on its own podcast. We would love to hear your feedback. Dm us at @betterthansucces or @nicolepurvy on IG

Find each article mentioned in this episode below...

1. Want to own an apartment building? Buy a distressed hotel for pennies on the dollar
   https://www.cnbc.com/2021/02/04/want-to-own-an-apartment-building-buy-a-distressed-hotel-cheap.html

2. DC - Record-breaking demand for warehouse and real estate development
   https://www.logisticsmgmt.com/article/record_breaking_demand_for_warehouse_and_dc_development

3. Investors Betting Big On Single-Family Rentals
   https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/build-to-rent/rental-housing-investors-betting-big-on-us-suburbs-107655

4. Rental Landlords Lost $7.2B In Q4 From Missed Rent Payments
   https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/multifamily/residential-landlords-lost-72b-revenue-from-missed-rent-last-quarter-107667

5. Apartment Developers Increasing Unit Sizes For New Projects In Response To Pandemic
   https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/multifamily/apartment-developers-rethinking-small-units-in-response-to-pandemic-107654

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In episode 146 of the Better Than Success Podcast, We debut a new format for a new podcast that we will be launching, "The Better Than Success Real Estate And Business Ownership News Brief". We would love to hear your feedback. Dm us at @betterthansucces or @nicolepurvy on IG

Find each article mentioned in this episode below...

1. 10 Most Affordable Cities To Buy A Home
   https://www.forbes.com/advisor/mortgages/most-affordable-cities-to-buy-a-home/

2. The Philly area is filling up with coffee shops during the pandemic
   https://www.inquirer.com/food/coffee-shops-espresso-philadelphia-south-jersey-20210203.html

3. Why millions of Americans are now tapping credit unions for loans
   https://www.cnbc.com/2021/02/04/why-millions-of-americans-are-now-tapping-credit-unions-for-loans.html

4. Those in Real Estate Could Get Vaccine Priority: What That Means
   https://www.fool.com/millionacres/real-estate-investing/articles/those-in-real-estate-could-get-vaccine-priority-what-that-means/

5. SC - Real estate investment is booming as ‘tertiary city’ trend sweeps the nation
   https://upstatebusinessjournal.com/business-news/real-estate-investment-is-booming-as-tertiary-city-trend-sweeps-the-nation/

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In episode 145 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks about How We Went From $0 to Over $150M in 5 Years Investing in Multi-Family with ZERO Credit w/ Alvin Hope Johnson.

Alvin Johnson is the President of Hope Housing Foundation (HOPE) and guides the staff of Assertive Management Group, LLC., HOPE’s privately-owned property management firm. The Foundation, which is headquartered in McKinney, Texas was incorporated as a 501(c) (3) in 1998. HOPE has a business model that positions itself as one of the most effective, nonprofit affordable workforce housing organizations in the Country. With a little over 1,300 Affordable Housing Units and growing, the Foundation is in the acquisition stages of acquiring an additional 2000 units for 2021. Also planned for 2021 are two new single-family housing developments with a total of 450 homes for the Workforce community. Included within these communities will be homes set aside for Veterans which will be ADA Accessible.

Alvin is also President and CEO of Multifamily Monopoly, an education platform designed to give the serious Real-estate investor all the tools necessary to develop and acquire their own multifamily apartment building.

Before fully investing his time into Hope, Alvin was the Vice-President of Operations for American Housing Foundation in Amarillo, Texas (AHF) and would also serve as the interim president for 2 years. Amarillo-based American Housing Foundation successfully grew from two apartment complexes purchased from a local Catholic organization in 1989 to one of the largest affordable housing companies in the country providing homes to more than 50,000 families and individuals, while supporting healthy communities. American Housing Foundation boasted 16,000 units spread across the Southern US. Alvin’s tenure with AHF helped grow the vision of what Hope Housing Foundation is and will become.

Alvin takes pride in being an industry leader in service and building strong relationships with his business partners. Through his faith and determination,

Hope Housing Foundation will definitely be a frontrunner in the affordable housing market.

Some of the topics covered in this episode are:

• How Alvin started real estate with no credit
• How he founded HOPE Housing Foundation
• How he used hard money loans to get an agreement with Chevron
• Non-profit buyer
• Difference between General Partnership between Limited Partnership

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In episode 144 of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nicole Purvy hosts part 4 of her 4 part series with business Coach Tamara Varella. Jan 9, 2020 Nicole and Tamara are launching "My Success Project – Business Edition – The 4-week Solopreneur to Business Ownership Incubator"

Learn more at mysuccessproject.com

“My Success Project: Business Edition” is a 4-week virtual incubator designed to transform solopreneurs into business owners. This experiential curriculum was designed for the solopreneur who has committed to transitioning their business from a risky time sucking beast into a profitable enterprise that can be left to their children’s children. Taught by business owner, real estate investor and author Nicole Purvy and business owner coach Tamara Varella ‘My Success Project: Business Edition’ will take business participants on an 4-week virtual accelerated intensive journey covering over 15 areas of business that once mastered can elevate the individual from barely covering expenses to having automated systems that rake in hefty quarterly profit distributions in addition to bringing home regularly scheduled weekly compensation payments. With over a combined 30 years in business ownership experience and combined business revenues of over $1 million in 2020, Nicole and Tamera have joined forces to create the ultimate blueprint for business ownership success.

Participants in this Incubator will learn:

• The 3 Layers to Business Manifestation
• The 3 Phases of Business
• The 13 Types of Business Models
• “Calculate IT” – THE Efficient Time and Resource Management Strategy
• Proper Income, Expense, and Profit Management
• Effective “Charismatic” Branding Strategies That Convert
• Sales Training and The 4 Step Sales Conversation Mastery
• The M.A.G.I.C. Website Formula
• 4 Ps of Marketing
• The 7 System That Every Successful Business Needs
• The Anatomy of an effective SOP
• Proper Team Selection and Human Resource Management
• 5 Ways to Increase Profits
• The Profit Quandary/The Tax Game
• Types of KPIs and KPI management
• The BTS Sales Equation
• Plus much more

Secure Your Spot in this incubator and transition your business from a risky time sucking beast into a profitable enterprise that can be handed down for generations to come…

Learn more at mysuccessproject.com

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In episode 143 of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nicole Purvy hosts part 3 of her 4 part series with business Coach Tamara Varella. Jan 9, 2020 Nicole and Tamara are launching "My Success Project – Business Edition – The 4-week Solopreneur to Business Ownership Incubator"

Learn more at mysuccessproject.com

“My Success Project: Business Edition” is a 4-week virtual incubator designed to transform solopreneurs into business owners. This experiential curriculum was designed for the solopreneur who has committed to transitioning their business from a risky time sucking beast into a profitable enterprise that can be left to their children’s children. Taught by business owner, real estate investor and author Nicole Purvy and business owner coach Tamara Varella ‘My Success Project: Business Edition’ will take business participants on an 4-week virtual accelerated intensive journey covering over 15 areas of business that once mastered can elevate the individual from barely covering expenses to having automated systems that rake in hefty quarterly profit distributions in addition to bringing home regularly scheduled weekly compensation payments. With over a combined 30 years in business ownership experience and combined business revenues of over $1 million in 2020, Nicole and Tamera have joined forces to create the ultimate blueprint for business ownership success.

Participants in this Incubator will learn:

• The 3 Layers to Business Manifestation
• The 3 Phases of Business
• The 13 Types of Business Models
• “Calculate IT” – THE Efficient Time and Resource Management Strategy
• Proper Income, Expense, and Profit Management
• Effective “Charismatic” Branding Strategies That Convert
• Sales Training and The 4 Step Sales Conversation Mastery
• The M.A.G.I.C. Website Formula
• 4 Ps of Marketing
• The 7 System That Every Successful Business Needs
• The Anatomy of an effective SOP
• Proper Team Selection and Human Resource Management
• 5 Ways to Increase Profits
• The Profit Quandary/The Tax Game
• Types of KPIs and KPI management
• The BTS Sales Equation
• Plus much more

Secure Your Spot in this incubator and transition your business from a risky time sucking beast into a profitable enterprise that can be handed down for generations to come…

Learn more at mysuccessproject.com

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In episode 142 of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nicole Purvy hosts part 2 of her 4 part series with business Coach Tamara Varella. Jan 9, 2020 Nicole and Tamara are launching "My Success Project – Business Edition – The 4-week Solopreneur to Business Ownership Incubator"

Learn more at mysuccessproject.com

“My Success Project: Business Edition” is a 4-week virtual incubator designed to transform solopreneurs into business owners. This experiential curriculum was designed for the solopreneur who has committed to transitioning their business from a risky time sucking beast into a profitable enterprise that can be left to their children’s children. Taught by business owner, real estate investor and author Nicole Purvy and business owner coach Tamara Varella ‘My Success Project: Business Edition’ will take business participants on an 4-week virtual accelerated intensive journey covering over 15 areas of business that once mastered can elevate the individual from barely covering expenses to having automated systems that rake in hefty quarterly profit distributions in addition to bringing home regularly scheduled weekly compensation payments. With over a combined 30 years in business ownership experience and combined business revenues of over $1 million in 2020, Nicole and Tamera have joined forces to create the ultimate blueprint for business ownership success.

Participants in this Incubator will learn:

• The 3 Layers to Business Manifestation
• The 3 Phases of Business
• The 13 Types of Business Models
• “Calculate IT” – THE Efficient Time and Resource Management Strategy
• Proper Income, Expense, and Profit Management
• Effective “Charismatic” Branding Strategies That Convert
• Sales Training and The 4 Step Sales Conversation Mastery
• The M.A.G.I.C. Website Formula
• 4 Ps of Marketing
• The 7 System That Every Successful Business Needs
• The Anatomy of an effective SOP
• Proper Team Selection and Human Resource Management
• 5 Ways to Increase Profits
• The Profit Quandary/The Tax Game
• Types of KPIs and KPI management
• The BTS Sales Equation
• Plus much more

Secure Your Spot in this incubator and transition your business from a risky time sucking beast into a profitable enterprise that can be handed down for generations to come…

Learn more at mysuccessproject.com

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In episode 141 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with her good friend and business Coach Tamara Varella. Jan 9, 2020 Nicole and Tamara are launching "My Success Project – Business Edition – The 4-week Solopreneur to Business Ownership Incubator"

Learn more at mysuccessproject.com

“My Success Project: Business Edition” is a 4-week virtual incubator designed to transform solopreneurs into business owners. This experiential curriculum was designed for the solopreneur who has committed to transitioning their business from a risky time sucking beast into a profitable enterprise that can be left to their children’s children. Taught by business owner, real estate investor and author Nicole Purvy and business owner coach Tamara Varella ‘My Success Project: Business Edition’ will take business participants on an 4-week virtual accelerated intensive journey covering over 15 areas of business that once mastered can elevate the individual from barely covering expenses to having automated systems that rake in hefty quarterly profit distributions in addition to bringing home regularly scheduled weekly compensation payments. With over a combined 30 years in business ownership experience and combined business revenues of over $1 million in 2020, Nicole and Tamera have joined forces to create the ultimate blueprint for business ownership success.

Participants in this Incubator will learn:

• The 3 Layers to Business Manifestation
• The 3 Phases of Business
• The 13 Types of Business Models
• “Calculate IT” – THE Efficient Time and Resource Management Strategy
• Proper Income, Expense, and Profit Management
• Effective “Charismatic” Branding Strategies That Convert
• Sales Training and The 4 Step Sales Conversation Mastery
• The M.A.G.I.C. Website Formula
• 4 Ps of Marketing
• The 7 System That Every Successful Business Needs
• The Anatomy of an effective SOP
• Proper Team Selection and Human Resource Management
• 5 Ways to Increase Profits
• The Profit Quandary/The Tax Game
• Types of KPIs and KPI management
• The BTS Sales Equation
• Plus much more

Secure Your Spot in this incubator and transition your business from a risky time sucking beast into a profitable enterprise that can be handed down for generations to come…

Learn more at mysuccessproject.com

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In episode 140 of the Better Than Success Podcast Host Nicole Purvy talks about how to Prioritize Your Goals and Accomplish Everything on Your Vision Board.

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In episode 139 of the Better Than Success Podcast Host Nicole Purvy talks with the Somers Team about how they sold 219 Homes in the first half of 2020 during a Pandemic.

The Somers team is ranked 79 in KW Company out of 11,311 teams worldwide. Volume this year 2020- $49,823670.27 Homes sold this year 2020- 219 homes   Learn more about the Sommers Team at www.thesomersteam.com Learn more about PhillyRealeEstateWeek.com  

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In episode 138 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks about resetting her business.

With 9 years of entrepreneurship on her belt, Nicole Purvy discusses When It's Necessary to Reset Your Business to Take It to the Next Level.  Join in on the conversation as we discuss staffing, discipline, leadership, distractions, and transformation.

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In episode 137 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Corwin Jackson of The CORE Inspection Group.

With a decade under his belt as a property investor of distressed properties, Corwin learned how critical a premium quality inspection was early on in his career. In order to flip and rent out his properties, he needed to know what he was getting into before making a commitment. His passion for providing thorough home inspections to provide maximum peace of mind for home-buyers compelled Corwin to launch Core Inspection Group.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy discusses the Top Top 11 Real Estate Investing Tips I Learned in the Construction Management Course. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.

The Course was originally offered by Better Than Success from April 6-May 4 and titled "Comprehensive Accelerated Construction Management Course"

The Comprehensive Accelerated Construction Management Course is a 5 week course designed to teach real estate investors and investor hopefuls to manage and GC their own real estate rehabs. Participants who complete the program will receive a Construction and Real Estate Project Management Certificate of Completion from Better Than Success. Taught by experienced Real Estate Investor Julia Choseed this accelerated curriculum will positively change the lives of all who attend.

Participants Will Learn:

• Construction and Project Management Mindset and Foundation
• Jobsite Safety
• Contracts
• Budget Management
• Permits
• Zoning
• Profitability Reports
• Predevelopment
• Full Gut Rehab Phases (All Phases!)
• Architect management
• Interior Design
• Materials selection

Who Should Participate:

• Experienced Investors that want to improve their project management skills
• New Investors who want to avoid mistakes of the past and learn design trends
• Investor Hopefuls who want to cut down on their learning curve

This course consists of 4(four) classroom sessions and 1(one) onsite session.

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In episode 135 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks How the Airbnb and Real Estate Zoning Process Works in Philly with Rachael Pritzker.

Rachael, a die-hard Philadelphian and avid animal lover is Pritzker Law Group’s Founder & Chief Executive Officer. She is one of the city’s only zoning and land-use attorney’s with experience in both the private sector and local government.

Prior to starting PLG with her twin brother Adam, Rachael worked at Center City law firm Zarwin Baum. While at Zarwin, Rachael practiced zoning, land use and public finance working on multi-million dollar bond issuances, and securing variances and government approvals for single family, and multi-family homes, non-profits and some of the City's most notable high rises.

After years in the private sector, Rachael transitioned over to the public sector, accepting a position with City Council. As Legislative Counsel to City Councilman At-Large Allan Domb, Rachael developed legislation, worked with members City Council, City Agencies, the Mayor's Administration and mastered the policies and procedures of our City. Rachael was also one of the first 27 Commissioners appointed to the Mayor's Commission for Women, and currently serves on its Entrepreneurship Working Group.

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In episode 134 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks Little Known Facts About Setting Up Your Business Entity for Real Estate Investing with Dom Landry of CGM Philly. Dominique Landry is a co-founder of Common Ground Management, LLC, a Philadelphia-based managerial firm that assists entrepreneurs and companies across the country with business development. A 2008 graduate of Saint Joseph’s University, with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Landry has spent the past decade in business development services for large corporate companies and start-up entrepreneurs.

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In episode 133 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews attorney Ellis Palividas. 

Ellis Palividas is an attorney based in Philadelphia.  He focuses on Real Estate, commercial litigation and criminal law.  He is also a partner and cofounder of Acro settlement company. 

Ellis began his legal career as a prosecutor and transitioned to the private sector and worked in civil litigation.  He later decided to open his own law practice and cofounded Acro settlement company.

His unique experience as an attorney gives him the advantage as a title agent who knows the ins and outs of the legalities of real estate. 

Links for this episode: 

betterthansuccess.com/virtualfinance

betterthansuccess.com/masterclass

betterthansuccess.com/freevideo

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In episode 132 of the Better Than Success podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Julia Choseed Also download the free Beginners Real Estate Course at betterthansuccess.com/freecourse. Licensed general contractor, real estate investor, and developer, Julia Choseed is the founder and CEO of Brickhouse Builders, a real estate development company that focuses on investing in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood.  In 2016, Julia purchased her first property with $11 in her bank account and quit her job the same day.  Since then, she's developed over $3.5mm in real estate deals and raised over $350,000 in private money. Through out her successful career in real estate Choseed has flipped, rented, wholesaled and GC-ed other investors projects until she ultimately decided to exclusively focus on managing only her own projects.  Under her direction, Brick House Builders is known for its unique and stunning interior design and layouts while focusing on historic preservation.  In her spare time, Choseed enjoys photography. 

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On episode 131 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interview Heidi Becker. Heidi Becker is the founder and CEO of American Deed Transfer and Acra Settlement Company. Licensed in PA, NJ, MD, and VA, Heidi has been in the title industry for 15 years. She is also a real estate investor, rehabber and flipper. Last year alone she did 5 flips and she’s currently building a rental portfolio of apartments buildings and multifamily rentals.

How to Start and Grow a Successful Title Company and Real Estate Business in 2 Years

Heidi Becker moved to Philadelphia 5 years ago and now runs 2 of Philly’s well-known title companies. Heidi made this move strategically knowing Philadelphia was a great investment area. “What is the motivation behind title?” Nicole asks Heidi during the interview. Heidi expresses her obsession with real estate since she was 16 years old which was her initial motivation. Thinking she wanted to be a real estate agent, Heidi found her true passion in title after working as an admin at another title company. She shares how her superior at that job at the time was a great teacher molding her into the title field. For those who may not be aware, ‘Title’ is to represent the contract and control all of the money in a real estate transaction. After being put in a position to do what she wanted and having a baby only motivated her more because she did not want to work a 9-5 job raising her child. She was recruited to do real estate settlements in Philadelphia and she took the opportunity to start her own title company.

What is the process of starting a title company? Heidi explains this took over one year because you have to interview with underwriters and see who is going to give you the best support.

What is an underwriter? Underwriters are the agents who backs up the contract and it is very important to choose someone who is reputable and to be around if something big happens. Heidi says “After hiring the RIGHT staff and keeping my overhead low, my business started to move rapidly”. How did you get into real estate? “It was always in the background… I just always had a passion for it. I went and got a partner, made an LLC, started looking for property, used hard money and was able to complete my first project” Heidi says.

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Top 3 tips for investors from a title company perspective:

1. Organization is key (Both investors + wholesaling)
2. Work fast and work with the deadlines!!
3. Have the last 10 years of addresses (if you're investor and you have liens, those are going to have to be paid)

Contact Info:

American Deed Transfer LLC

Call/Text: 267-699-8876

Acro Settlements - 2nd Title Company

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In episode 130 of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Ken Weinstein about Building His Residential and Commercial Real Estate Empire.

Ken is an active entrepreneur and real estate developer in the Philadelphia area. He serves as President of Philly Office Retail, which has renovated and restored more than 300 vacant and deteriorated commercial and residential units in the Philadelphia region during the past 30 years. Philly Office Retail currently owns and manages more than 800,000 square feet of commercial and residential space in the Philadelphia region and has received four Preservation Alliance Community Preservation Awards for its adaptive reuse projects. Ken founded and operated Cresheim Cottage Cafe from 1996 until 2004 and now owns Trolley Car Diner, Deli and Ice Cream Shoppe in Mt. Airy since 2000 and Trolley Car Cafe in East Falls since 2010. His third restaurant, Trolley Car Station, in University City, is slated to open July, 2018. Previously, Ken served as Chief of Staff for Philadelphia City Councilwoman Happy Fernandez from 1991-1995 and currently serves as President of the Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC), as a Mayoral appointee, and Chair of the Mt. Airy Business Improvement District which he co-founded in 2007. Ken is Founder of the Trolley Car Teacher’s Fund , which contributes $25,000/year in grants to public school teachers, Trolley Car Table Tennis Club, the only full time table tennis club in the Philadelphia area and Jumpstart Germantown, which trains, networks and provides funding to aspiring real estate developers. Ken was an Organizer/Board Member of Valley Green Bank for 8 years until it was sold to Univest Bank in January 2015. In 2004, Ken was awarded the Business Leader of the Year Award by West Mt. Airy Neighbors, in 2005 was given the Community Service Award by the Center City Proprietors Association, in 2006 was named one of Philadelphia’s 101 Connectors by Leadership Philadelphia, in 2009 received the Distinguished Leadership Award by Community College of Philadelphia, in 2010 received the My Block, My Business Award by the Empowerment Group, in 2011 was awarded the Edgar Baker Community Service Award by East Mt. Airy Neighbors, the 2012 Retailer of the Year Award by the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and was honored by the Philadelphia Parks Alliance in 2013. In 2015, Ken received honors by the Waldorf School of Philadelphia, the Wissahickon Charter School and the Philadelphia Business Journal as “Do Gooder of the Year.” This year, Ken was honored by Mt. Airy USA and Historic Germantown as a community champion.
Ken’s mission is to revitalize neighborhoods by renovating vacant, deteriorated properties along Philadelphia’s commercial corridors. He believes that you can do well by doing good.

How to Build Your Residential and Commercial Real Estate Empire?

Ken Weinstein starts off explaining how he got started in real estate by seeing problems and situations in the community and trying to find solutions to them. Blight was something Ken was 100% against which is why he started the Jumpstart program. He explains how he wanted to find developers to slow down or stop blight as a whole. “I am willing to take risks to make the world better” Ken says.

In this episode Ken shares how he got into real estate. 30 years ago, living in Fishtown, Ken was really inspired by the city of Philadelphia. Watching his landlady at the time renovate 6 properties by herself gave Ken the assurance that he would be able to do the same. Although it took a while to aquire his first property after deciding real estate was an interest. “I saw a lot of opportunity in the Germantown area” Ken explains… “You need good market conditions, you need to see price points”.

Ken then moves on to sharing how and why he was able to quit his day job and do real estate full-time. Having enough cash flow that it makes sense and to be able to hire staff is the only way he was able to pursue his real estate career.

“It took me about 7 years to get me to the point where i want to leave my day job” - Ken Weinstein.

Over the years Ken learned that real estate makes you better at your job and you are a better business owner/employer. One of the biggest points made in this episode is the difference

between residential and commercial real estate in the eyes of one the biggest developers in Philly.

“You should ALWAYS start in residential, that should be your ground level… it’s an easier development for anyone to understand and commercial should be long term” - Ken W.

Contact Information:

Jumpstart Germantown

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In episode 129 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks 5 Quick Real Estate Project Management Tips That Could Save You Thousands.

5 Quick Real Estate Project Management Tips That Could Save You Thousands

• Always secure your project.
  • Add an alarm system to your property. Nicole mentions SimpliSafe in this episode. “You need another layer of insurance because everything is valuable in your property down to the pipes”
• Get proof of insurance from you subcontractors.
  • Call the insurance company. Go that extra mile to be 100% sure and safe!
• Network, network, network
  • Networking is a major key in this business. You need to know people, being an introvert is something you will have to put to the side in this business.
• Call PGW, FIRST!! PGW = Philadelphia Gas Works
  • You need gas at your property and this proccess could take a few weeks that you may not have time to wait for.
• Personality
  • You have to be assertive, be serious about your money and your project. PEOPLE will take advantage of you espically if you are a woman in real estate.

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In Episode #128 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy Interviews Earnest Key.

Real estate investor, property manager, realtor and real estate investment coach, Earnest Key was born in Alaska, but raised in Philadelphia. Earnest Key has served the Philadelphia real estate community for over 13 years. Additionally, Earnest retired from the Adult Probation and Parole Department of PA after 14 years of service. His law enforcement experience is one of the many reasons that he has excelled in the art of patience and negotiations. During his 13 years in the real estate arena, he has managed his own units, as well as dozens of other investors’ units. Also, he has assisted first-time home buyers and sellers with their home needs as well. His total sales volume is north of $20,000,000!

Currently, Earnest is a Realtor at City Wide Keller Williams Philadelphia and is the team leader of The Earnest Key Team.

Earnest’s favorite aspect of real estate is negotiating in order to help both sides of the deal leave satisfied. Real estate aside, Earnest is most proud of his family, which consists of his wife and three daughters.

30 Day Checkin After I Left My 9-to-5

After working in the law enforcement field and working part-time in real estate for 14 years, Earnest was about to retire this November due to success of real estate. After college Earnest started his job in 2004 and acquired a property transferred to him by his grandmother. After being inspired to do real estate in college but having no money, he was able to pursue one of his dreams he explains in this episode. Moving on, Earnest shares a story of one day driving home from his 9-to-5 job and seeing a property (which looked like a shell) and called the agent to get a price so he could possibly invest with little cash money. After calling finding out the property was a very high number, Earnest wasn’t going to be able to invest in that property instead he was able to connect with someone who pivoted that conversation into a mentorship. Finding out about home equity line of credit, he dived in head first and used that strategy on the property acquired from his grandmother. He was able to get a good chunk of cash from his grandmother's property and the first thing he did with the money (what every investor typically does) was shop in real estate. Earnest explains that the property he bought with the home equity line of credit was his worst nightmare. This is how he began his “official” career in real estate. “Anything that can go wrong with you project, went wrong with my first project... but it was good for me because i learned my lesson” Earnest shares. After learning his lesson with his first official investment property, he learned about property management and started managing other people's properties while putting a hold on his acquisitions… all while working a 9-to-5 job! Being so driven by the real estate business, he then pivoted his experience to help others and started to make money that way which lead to him becoming a licensed agent. Earnest then started managing properties, consulting, and working a full time job with no help. It wasn’t until he got the help and support from his wife to help and then they started a team together under City Wide Realty. He then took a leap of faith and quit his job to pursue his career in real estate full-time with no prior warning this his employer.

Nicole asks during the interview: How did you know it was time to leave? And Earnest response is what follows..

1. My full-time job was wearing on me for 14 years
2. I was getting more familiar in real estate
3. I was able to accumulate enough savings to quit

“What was the best thing from quitting?” Nicole asks. Earnest responds with “the feeling of having independence”.

Contact Info:

Email: earnest.key@kw.com

O: (215) 627-3500

Website: www.citywrealty.com

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In episode 127 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Stephanie Somers.

STEPHANIE SOMERS, Co-CEO of The Somers Team at RE/MAX Access, has been bringing her fierce loyalty, unrelenting work ethic, and constant pursuit of creativity to Philadelphia Real Estate for over a decade. Stephanie has propelled The Somers Team into a new and innovative sphere of the real estate field. Not only does she work to brand her team, but she is distinguished for her achievements in branding her Real Estate clients.

Together with her husband and Co-CEO, Chris Somers, 20+ sales agents and a full in-house marketing team, the thriving agency dominates in Philadelphia’s hottest zip codes. Stephanie is a Realtor, team leader and marketing expert. She is executive producer for The Somers TV, a channel telling the stories of Philadelphia’s vibrant communities, and is the host of Flipping in Philly, a series profiling her innovative renovations on exclusive projects in Philadelphia. Stephanie is fully involved in the process, whether swinging a hammer for house renovations or offering mentorship to others through speaking opportunities at colleges and universities, including Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia. Her understanding of the local markets combined with routinely recognized social media savvy and marketing content strategies makes her a valuable resource for buyers and sellers.

Surrounded by her skilled, devoted, and dynamic team of real estate professionals, Stephanie looks forward to facilitating Real Estate transactions, building brand awareness for her team, and investing in Philadelphia for decades to come.

The Somers Team ranks among the top RE/MAX teams in the country. Through partnerships with revolutionary developers, they can predict the next hot neighborhood – valuable intel for clients. They are recognized as #1 on the Top 20 Philadelphia Real Estate Agents on Social Media in 2017 and #26 on the Top 100 Real Estate Agents On Social Media in 2018 nationally (via PropertySpark).

From Art Teacher to Leading One of the Top Real Estate Sales Teams

How did she begin? Having several interesting careers, real estate wasn't an option for Stephanie (well at least she thought it wasn’t). Stephanie received her bachelors in Fine Arts and taught art for years. She is still considered an artist, painter, illustrator and more. After teaching for years, she decided to take on her Masters in Natural Health starting another career completely left from both art and real estate. It wasn't until her husband, Chris Somers, “recruited her”. After traveling so much in her career of health, her husband suggested she become a realtor. He was a realtor for one year prior to suggesting her to change her career, yet again. After observing her husband, Stephanie decided ebing a realtor was actually something she’d love to do. She then pursued it and became a realtor. “If you're really interested in something, leap and it will appear” Stephanie shares. This is when Stephanie’s real estate career took off. Stephanie being a realtor and Chris Somers being a broker helped them create a dynamic team…

They then worked together recruiting some friends and started to generate leads. As this was working very well, they hired a marketer and slowly but surely started to set themselves away from the franchise. Stephanie goes into saying the importance of ‘culture’ in a workplace which help set their team, The Somers Team to success. “When you have a team you have to think like a group, it cannot be me me me. Meet with your team and let everyone have a decision making influence” says Stephanie during this interview. Moving on, Stephanie shares her great victories in real estate, one being ‘controlling her own destiny’. She shares with the audience to follow your dreams because it is possible as she is a prime example starting off being an art teacher now leading one of the TOP real estate teams in Philadelphia.

The AntiHustle Masterclass featured in this episode.

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Contact info:

The Somers TV

Website: Stephanie @ The Somers Team

Want to buy a home? Text > 215-694-3707

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In episode #126 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Kerry Faix.

Kerry Faix is a founder of Stone Bay Holdings LLC (SBH) and serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the Company since 2013. She has extensive experience in business operations, finance and building companies from the ground up. Kerry owns part of a $130 million-dollar real estate portfolio which she oversees the operations. Her most recent accomplishment was partnering in the purchase of a $27.5 million, 558-unit apartment in GA that sold a little over a year later for $41 Million. As COO, Kerry develops and implements efficient operational systems across the loan acquisition, loan management, investor relations functions and directs personnel. Highly versed in all aspects of real estate, Kerry is also responsible for analyzing all investment opportunities. She performs routine reviews of all joint venture partnerships to ensure that all partners continue to meet the high standards that they had when they began their relationships. Additionally, Kerry oversees the internal accounting team working closely with all external accounting, tax, and legal advisors. Kerry draws knowledge from over 25 years of entrepreneurial and operations experience. She co-founded construction/remodeling and real estate investment companies before signing on to help build the business end of a real estate development company with assets located around Philadelphia, Northern New Jersey, Baltimore, Cleveland and Florida. Additionally, she held operations positions at PNC Bank and PPR Note Company. Her resume is one of growing and helping businesses and individuals create passive income, which is her true passion. How to Raise Money from Accredited Investors for Private Real Estate Funds? After meeting Kerry at an event, Nicole invited her to be a speaker at the annual Women in Real Estate Summit. Kerry Faix starts off this episode sharing her passion to empower women and young adults which is why she was open to being apart of the huge event. Kerry then explains how she got started and got to where is she now. Kerry started a real estate investment fund 6 years ago that is well known called Stone Bay Holdings. At Stone Bay Holdings, they invest in distressed real estate all over the country and raise money from accredited investors. (What is an accredited investor? -Someone who annually make over $200,000 a year and expect to make that next year, and/or has 1 mm in net assets) “How did you get to be doing this?” Nicole asks. Kerry then goes to share her story. She shares that she has been in real estate for years prior and has a business partner as well. Both her and her business partner did not start off ‘newbies’. They began in the Temple University (North Philadelphia area) by buying shells, digging out the basement to create another floor and renting all floors to the students in the area. During the time when they started to invest in that area, it was an economic downturn which meant they had to go to private lenders for their real estate deals (because during that time banks were not going to fund investments). So what Kerry and her business partner began to do was borrow money from one lender, put them in the first position, develop the property, put tenants in the property, get a mortgage on the property, pay the lender back and the bank holds the property. Kerry was able to get up to, at least, 50 properties near Temple U doing this same strategy/formula.

“Raising money is all about building great relationships” says Kerry. Being able to create a win/win solution for both parties will being a plus for raising money. “As long as people feel comfortable with you, then they want to hear about investment opportunities”.

“Too many times we hit a roadblock and do nothing, people that do nothing… that's where you are going to stay”

After meeting Kerry at an event, Nicole asked her to speak at WIRE.

Kerry was opened without a doubt because of her passion.

Unlike private lending, Kerry explains how she raises money from accredited investors only. By explaining the investments, telling the investors the plan, showing them the paperwork, showing them the plan is how you raise money. Being able to do this over and over Kerry turned one investor into 2, then 3, then 4… and the list goes on.

Kerry explains the reasons for only investing with accredited investor and the reason why is because some or most investment opportunities take years maybe 5 to 7 year hold on your capital. She then explains how anyone (accredited or not) can surround yourself with those accredited investors and that is by believing in yourself and putting yourself in uncomfortable situations to make yourself as well as your real estate business bigger and better.

“Go to a fancy restaurant, go to the bar if you can't afford a fancy dinner… there are ways to put yourself around people with money” - Kerry Faix

Contact Info:
Stonebayholdings.com

Facebook, Twitter and Instagram: Kerry Faix

This episode is sponsored by BTS Funding , for more information to get funding visit the site.

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In episode 125 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy shares the quickest way to achieve your business goals.

The Quickest Way to Achieve Your Business Goal

After realizing that all books aren't super technical and learning through experience that self-help books almost all of the time you never have 100% success because they leave out certain strategies, Nicole learned the quickest way to achieve your goals. Wanting the answers to complete the full story, Nicole started to manifest success in her life by living through these four scriptures. In this episode, she takes you through a line of reasoning and how to achieve your personal/business goals.

“You have to learn how to not allow what has/hasn't happened in the past to affect what is going to happen in the future” - Nicole Purvy

1 scripture:

2 Corinthians 5:7

7 For we live by faith, not by sight.

Nicole explains the fact of what you physically with your eyes should not affect how you live. Understanding that people can play tricks on your eyes is super important. Understanding that everything you see around you is no the foundation you live your life on will help you tremendously when trying to achieve long term goals.

“Experience is not how you should base how you live your life”

2 scripture:

Hebrews 10:38

38 And, “But my righteous[a] one will live by faith. (Hebrews 10:38, Galatians 3:11, Romans 1:17) Nicole explains how to use faith to manifest in your life with the 2nd scripture. In order to achieve your goals, you have to have the right thinking to get there. Someone who has the ‘right thinking’ is righteous. Therefore, you have to be able to think and know if something isn't right and live by faith.

In order to achieve your goals, you have to have right thinking to get there

Someone who has right thinking is righteous

Have to be able to think and know if something isn't right and live by faith

3rd scripture:

Romans 10:17 17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. Hearing is so impactful and determines what you have faith in. In order to achieve your goal, you have to understand and hear what is being told.

4th scripture:

James 2:26 26 As the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without deeds is dead. “You have to have faith first” Nicole shares. People think you have to do something to prove your faith and misinterpreting this scripture will stop you from achieving any goal you have.

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In episode 124 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews financial consultant Curtis May.

Curtis May, the principal of Practical Wealth Advisors LLC , He helps families and business owners learn to plan wisely for the future and to achieve financial independence.
Much of Curtis’ time is devoted to hosting financial workshops where he lectures on financial literacy, cash flow management, managing home equity, and how to create a Private Family Capital Reserve System that lets families operate their personal economies like banks and financial companies operate theirs. He also teaches small business owners The 7 Steps to More Sales System – how to increase revenue from existing business assets with an effective marketing system. Curtis believes education has become an integral part of his work as a financial consultant.

How I Became My Own Bank?

After growing up in a self-employed family, Curtis explains why he grew up with a self-employed mindset. Curtis’s grandfather had his own business which was followed by his father who always told Curtis ‘You’ll never make good money working for someone else’. Never getting the traditional ‘go to school and get a job talk’, Curtis was able to create a lane for himself being a financial consultant. In this episode, he goes to telling the audience about his natural state of being an introvert and being an advisor for 20 years through and after college. He helped people with all types of finance consulting with retirement plans, 401K plans and many more. After going through 3 crashes in the market, Curtis lost his belief in the equity market and reconstructed his way of thinking in order to help others more efficiently. He then structed a strategy and realized his approach to financials is ‘what rich people do’. Curtis references the book The Richest Man in Babylon that teaches you how to save.

The way to becoming your own bank is in this order:

1. Pay yourself first
2. Manage your cash flow
3. Make your goal multiply

“There is no stock that will make you rich. Your #1 asset is yourself” - Curtis May

In order to create wealth, you have to have all 3 things (mindset, network and skillset). Most people think they key is finding better investments for a high return, Curtis explains that there is more opportunity to minimize than picking winning investments. In order to become your own bank, you have to understand wealth transfer which are things such as how you pay mortgage, how you fund your taxes, retirement plans and more. Understanding that most people are just giving away money and when you pay extra all you are doing is transferring your money to the bank is important when becoming your own bank.

Make money, save money, and invest your money - keys to creating wealth.

Contact info:

Email : curtmay@gmail.com

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In episode 123 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Real Estate Developer Leslie Smallwood-Lewis. This episode was recorded live during the 2nd Annual Women in Real Estate Summit on Nov 3, 2018.

Leslie started her real estate career at the Goldenberg Group, a regional mid-sized real estate development firm located in Blue Bell, PA, as an Associate Development Director. During her 7-year tenure, she was promoted three times ultimately achieving the position of Senior Vice-President of Development. Leslie led the development of a $50 million, 342,000 square foot shopping center, the largest single development in West Philadelphia and the largest development in a Federal Empowerment zone located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In 2008, Leslie and her partner Gregory Reaves, established Mosaic Development Partners. Since its founding, Mosaic has developed over $54 million in real estate projects and has created over 200 construction jobs and 100 full-time jobs. Leslie is a graduate of Brown University and Villanova School of Law.

How I Developed Over $54MM in Real Estate?

After working at a large development firm, Leslie was able to work her way up the development ladder and was a sponge the whole way up. Being a woman of color, no one looked like her in the development field, there was no diversity.

In 2008, Leslie decided to partner with someone and to go out and do the development thing on their own while inspiring their own community. During this interview, Leslie explains to her audincce that typically people who are heavy into the real estate game are born into in. While inspiring others, she shares she was not and still managed to be one of the only black woman developers in the City of Philadelhia. After partnering with her current partner now, Gregory Reaves, she tells her story of how they were able to start investing in real estate by taking out their 401K’s.

“Be intentional about what youre trying to accomplish” Leslie says during the interview,

“You have to be willing to crawl before you walk, walk before you run”.

Leslie goes on to talking about how it all started with a lot near Temple University. She seen the potential in the lot and met with the community and proposed a great idea for not pushing people out being apart of the process for creating a better community which was a student housing project.

After deciding it was a great proposal, they went along with the $20 Million Dollar project. Although this was a very, very steep project, Leslie and her partner still didn't have the money to finance this project. She then explains what she did to make this project possible. Leslie and her partner went out and found a developer who was established in the city and forged a partnership with them and negotiated a good deal making the project possible (which is now complete).

After this project, Leslie knew she could do this on her own with her partner. Leslie stresses the importance of having a partner during this talk, it is how everything she is doing is possible.

She then shares a little information on how the recession worked in her favor as a developer.

Leslie and her partner knew how to “think tight” and how to structure their deals based on that mindset which landed them as the ‘1st largest modular building in the City of Philadelphia’.

Moving on, Leslie touches a little on Reinvestment funds for developers.

“You have to be creative and think outside of the box. Do your homework.. Financial analyst is key!”

Leslie is now working on a project that you yourself can invest in for as little as $500…

www.smallchange.com- crowdfunding platform.

If you invest, you will get an inside look to development…

“Think long term.. Think of your children… development is not a fast return.

Relationships and through helping other people, you yourself grow and you build your own personal toolbox. It is very capital intensive, Partner with someone because development is tough but it is not impossible”.

Contact Information:

Mosaicdp.com

Www.smallchange.com

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On episode 122 of the Better Than Success Podcast, hots Nicole Purvy talks the Top Accounting Tips that Could Save You Millions in Your Real Estate Business with Yvette Mitchell.

How can you save millions in your real estate business?

After doing taxes since she was 16 years old, Yvette Mitchell shares her knowledge and tax advice that can save any business owner millions. The first thing Yvette expresses before going into depth about the top tax tips to save you millions is knowing the difference between a tax accountant and a tax preparer. This is super important to know the difference in especially if you are a business owner of any sort. Yvette shares that a tax accountant is someone who has unlimited practice rights in front of the IRS and a tax preparer is someone who is trained to use the tax system but not necessarily someone who can represent you in front of the IRS. The importance of knowing the difference will help you understand the tips for saving you money running a business. During this episode, Yvette explains some key loopholes for businesses as well as real estate investors.

Understanding tax avoidance and tax evasion is also a key point made by Yvette throughout this episode. Tax avoidance meaning it is 100% legal and reduces taxes by legal means whereas tax evasion tetters on a criminal act and refers to criminal non payment of your taxes.

Top 10 tax tips when it comes to CYA (cover your assets)

#1 - Failing to plan

If you have something you want to do or a goal you want to achieve… You have to have clear goals on what you want to do for your business then you need to figure out a strategy with your tax accountant.

A lot of people do not add this to their business game plan and end up spending thousands in taxes at the end of the year that they could have avoided.

If you have a higher net income you will have a higher tax bill.

“Taxes is your largest transfer of wealth” says Yvette. Depending on your tax rate you may be giving 30% of your income.

Get into the habit of getting your money as you earn it.

#2- Documentation

The IRS gets most people because they fail to document… Not keeping correct documentation will hurt your business in the long haul. If it is legitimate and part of your business .. you can write it off. You are entitled to every loss that you earned.

You can write of dinners (if you are talking about business of course…)

#3 - Audit paranoia

Yvette addresses the common interpretation that anyone can get audited by the IRS. You should not have a fear of being audited if you are doing everything legit with your business. “You are allowed ordinary and necessary costs”.

Also… Remember, different businesses have different flags. As a business owner with multiple businesses you need to set up multiple entities.

#4- This tip is for Real Estate investors

Depreciation… Depreciation… Depreciation!

When you buy a residential home you are able to depreciate the value of the property over the course of 27.5 years. This is usually a deduction that people always miss.

Depreciation can really add up …

This is free money you do not want to leave on the table.

#5 - Repairs vs Improvements (Real Estate Investors)

Set what will be written off ahead of time with you tax accountant.

Improvements need to be written off over the course of your lease.

If it is a residential house it goes into regular depreciation.

You have to show the IRS that repairs are actual repairs in your investment homes and not improvements. This is a major, major key.

#6 - As a business owner, we should be doing “business trips”

The IRS will allow you to write off any travel related to business. BUT... before you leave out:

-Set up appointments when you travel…

-Schedule to see properties,

-Take another realtor out to lunch

etc.

As a real estate investor/business owner, learn how to fully utilize your business.

#7 - Know the difference between an investor and a dealer…

Investors can do 1031 exchange because it is passed through corporation.

As a buyer and flipper you are inquiring inventory and IRS will classify you as a ‘dealer’.

Therefore, you are subject to self employed income.

When you open you business you need a conversation with accountant it may cost $300 but will save you thousands!!

#8 - Employ Your Family

Your kids can work for you from 7 years young to 17 years old. You can, in fact, pay your kids through your business…

Example: Yvette paid her son for doing work for her business and was able to write it off as tax deduction.

What can you kids do? They can dust… take out the trash etc… But before you employ your family/children you need to know you can’t pay them less than minimum wage.

Your child is taxed at a lower rate.

#9 - Create a home office

As a business owner, you may work out of your home… you need to take full advantage of that.

You need to have a designated home office (at least ⅛ of your home).

#10 - Meals of Entertainment

A lot of people are scared to write this off. Don’t be scared but know you need to keep receipts!

Business development counts…. Example: Having a summer cookout with clients… that is a business expense.

Don't leave your meals out.. And keep track of them

$7 may not seem like a lot but over a year it will add up…

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In episode #121 of the Better Than Success Podcast Host Nicole Purvy interviews, iRoofPA co-owner and real estate investor Steven Reyes. After listening to episode #118 with Courtney Richardson, Steven felt compelled to write in a 3-page letter to our podcast arguing his case for effectively investing in real estate tax auctions. We decided to bring him in and let our listeners hear what he had to say themselves. Listen to see what we discussed. Below is a copy of Steven's letter.

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Hello BetterThanSuccess,

Hope all is well. I was at the better then success meeting yesterday and was so blown away with the community and resources on display, I had to join today. I look forward to participating and learning from this dynamic community. I am an active investor, landlord, and owner of a local contracting company so as I’m sure you could imagine your community has quite a lot to offer, and I look forward to adding anything I can.

Warning: This is long. Its only my two cents so feel free to take it for what it’s worth.

Firstly, I have been feverishly listening thru the podcast material all day. I was very excited to listen when I heard that the most recent podcast was regarding tax auction. I immediately couldn’t wait because I am a podcast fanatic and I have bought properties off the tax auction, am in current litigation regarding a tax auction buy, and have learned quite a lot in a short period of time.

I was captured by the content. I learned numerous things I didn’t know and was incredibly impressed with Ms. Courtney Richardson’s knowledge and perspective on the topic. I have devoured every resource on the internet regarding Philadelphia Tax Auction. YouTube, blogs, bigger pockets, REI groups, etc. And nothing had as much valuable information on the subject as that podcast. It was an excellent episode and I will be suggesting it to numerous people for listening.

But I did want to share some important insights that I thought got left out that might add to the conversation. These are things I’ve learned buying at the auction, taking the sheriffs seminar, and reading everything I could find on the subject. Sorry If this comes off as unsolicited, I just felt moved to share it.

A quick note that got skipped was the part about the percentage of interest that a redeemer must pay to redeem a tax auction property. I had erroneously thought it was 7% so I was glad to be corrected on the 10 % figure. But the important part that got skipped was that that percentage goes to you as the new deed holder. That’s relevant from an obvious point of money in your pocket, but also a note worthy fact when considering the over all risk of purchasing property at the tax auction. If they do redeem you do get your investment back, plus interest.

Another thing to consider when assessing the tax auction as a tool for property acquisition is how under market the property prices are. When your data is properly curated, and you have thoughtfully and judiciously targeted properties that fit your criteria, you can find a multitude of half gut and quarter gut properties for below $20,000. Considering these properties can still fetch market rate rents, and their expenses are without mortgages eating into cash flow, the potential for acquiring cash flowing cheap sticker properties is high.

Which leads to what I think you guys established well. Tax auctions are not for flippers! There not for wholesalers! The podcast did a really good job of explaining why! Title insurance, redemption, delays acquiring deed, all make quick transactions on property from tax auctions a bad idea. However, I would make one objection to something that was said in the podcast. It was agreed upon that the tax auction is for big investors. I think that’s half true. I think a more accurate description would be that it’s for prepared investors. Sometimes these are mutually exclusive sometimes not. But either way there must be a strategy before you ever walk in to the auction. One based on what your goals are, what transpires at the auction, and what needs to happen between you winning the bid and you collecting a rent check on that property.

In my estimation the safest and most profitable way to get return on investment from auction properties is to get new tenants in the property ASAP. Do a bare bones rehab, work with a contractor that writes forms creating a paper trail describing the need for every repair, and get it rented with a quality tenant. Avoid all cosmetic work as much as you possibly can while still getting a competitive market rent.

My reasoning for this being the goal is mutli-fold.

1) Begin recouping initial investment asap via rental income.

2) Take advantage of cashflow sans mortgage payment, PMI, and all associated loan generation expenditures.

3) Create a stronger claim of ownership by having a legally valid lease contract and a tenant who has every right to continue execution of that contract as long as the landlord has and continues to operate in good faith.

4) Any reasonable sale of the property will have to be after a year. For some title insurance companies its two years. So the most profitable sale will come from after a couple years of ownership, during which you could be collecting high cashflow rental income, refinance and Brrr, or sell as a cash flowing tenant occupied rental after the title period.

Additionally, an investor must be prepared for rehab costs. Having good contractors (multiply) and reasonable expectations are the key. As you know you can’t see the inside. Therefore, as an investor I think its prudent to assume the inside is always an entire gut job. The exterior state can be seen on physical inspection and google earth (state of roof). Our unknown is always the inside! So, every property we calculate for a buy range, we must assume the cost of a full interior gut. If we find that’s not the case (and its often not the case) then it’s a pleasant cap ex surprise.

Also, buyers must be ready to remove squatters. There is no amount of inspections that can reasonably be done from outside of the property to be sure the property is vacant. So, buyers must be ready to go through all the processes of a writ of possession. The process is too long to detail every bit here, but the important part is having an experienced lawyer who has done Writs of Possession proceedings. Additionally you must know how to start filling a complaint in the Court of Common Pleas ASAP, once you have the deed in hand.

This process can take time, so you want to move as fast as possible. Buyers should be ready to make cash deals to get squatters out. There are some tricks I learned from other buyers on how to accomplish this, but it can be superior method of removing them then the court of common pleas writ of possession process.

One last preparation that I learned from YouTube is how to mine the data on the auction. At the sheriff site there is a download button that lets you download the entire auction into excel. From there you can weed out the list by zip codes you like, square footage you prefer, bedrooms, etc. From this list we try to weed it down into a manageable number of prospective properties. Then we begin the process of physical inspections. Keep the lists organized by zip code for easier moving. During site visits we take notes and eliminate unfit properties to make a final list of target properties. We then do more research on comps, rental income, expenses, cap ex, and formulate a price range for each property. This list guides us and keeps our bids under control and within budget at the auction.

In conclusion If you can learn the system and prepare for what is unknown the tax auctions can be one of the best resources for finding deals, especially with the booming market right now.

If you read this far thank you for your time and I look forward to all the content your company has to offer.

Steven Reyes

In episode #121 of the Better Than Success Podcast Host Nicole Purvy interviews, iRoofPA co-owner and real estate investor Steven Reyes. After listening to episode #118 with Courtney Richardson, Steven felt compelled to write in a 3-page letter to our podcast arguing his case for effectively investing in real estate tax auctions. We decided to bring him in and let our listeners hear what he had to say themselves. Listen to see what we discussed. Below is a copy of Steven's letter.

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9/7/18

Hello BetterThanSuccess,

Hope all is well. I was at the better then success meeting yesterday and was so blown away with the community and resources on display, I had to join today. I look forward to participating and learning from this dynamic community. I am an active investor, landlord, and owner of a local contracting company so as I’m sure you could imagine your community has quite a lot to offer, and I look forward to adding anything I can.

Warning: This is long. Its only my two cents so feel free to take it for what it’s worth.

Firstly, I have been feverishly listening thru the podcast material all day. I was very excited to listen when I heard that the most recent podcast was regarding tax auction. I immediately couldn’t wait because I am a podcast fanatic and I have bought properties off the tax auction, am in current litigation regarding a tax auction buy, and have learned quite a lot in a short period of time.

I was captured by the content. I learned numerous things I didn’t know and was incredibly impressed with Ms. Courtney Richardson’s knowledge and perspective on the topic. I have devoured every resource on the internet regarding Philadelphia Tax Auction. YouTube, blogs, bigger pockets, REI groups, etc. And nothing had as much valuable information on the subject as that podcast. It was an excellent episode and I will be suggesting it to numerous people for listening.

But I did want to share some important insights that I thought got left out that might add to the conversation. These are things I’ve learned buying at the auction, taking the sheriffs seminar, and reading everything I could find on the subject. Sorry If this comes off as unsolicited, I just felt moved to share it.

A quick note that got skipped was the part about the percentage of interest that a redeemer must pay to redeem a tax auction property. I had erroneously thought it was 7% so I was glad to be corrected on the 10 % figure. But the important part that got skipped was that that percentage goes to you as the new deed holder. That’s relevant from an obvious point of money in your pocket, but also a note worthy fact when considering the over all risk of purchasing property at the tax auction. If they do redeem you do get your investment back, plus interest.

Another thing to consider when assessing the tax auction as a tool for property acquisition is how under market the property prices are. When your data is properly curated, and you have thoughtfully and judiciously targeted properties that fit your criteria, you can find a multitude of half gut and quarter gut properties for below $20,000. Considering these properties can still fetch market rate rents, and their expenses are without mortgages eating into cash flow, the potential for acquiring cash flowing cheap sticker properties is high.

Which leads to what I think you guys established well. Tax auctions are not for flippers! There not for wholesalers! The podcast did a really good job of explaining why! Title insurance, redemption, delays acquiring deed, all make quick transactions on property from tax auctions a bad idea. However, I would make one objection to something that was said in the podcast. It was agreed upon that the tax auction is for big investors. I think that’s half true. I think a more accurate description would be that it’s for prepared investors. Sometimes these are mutually exclusive sometimes not. But either way there must be a strategy before you ever walk in to the auction. One based on what your goals are, what transpires at the auction, and what needs to happen between you winning the bid and you collecting a rent check on that property.

In my estimation the safest and most profitable way to get return on investment from auction properties is to get new tenants in the property ASAP. Do a bare bones rehab, work with a contractor that writes forms creating a paper trail describing the need for every repair, and get it rented with a quality tenant. Avoid all cosmetic work as much as you possibly can while still getting a competitive market rent.

My reasoning for this being the goal is mutli-fold.

1) Begin recouping initial investment asap via rental income.

2) Take advantage of cashflow sans mortgage payment, PMI, and all associated loan generation expenditures.

3) Create a stronger claim of ownership by having a legally valid lease contract and a tenant who has every right to continue execution of that contract as long as the landlord has and continues to operate in good faith.

4) Any reasonable sale of the property will have to be after a year. For some title insurance companies its two years. So the most profitable sale will come from after a couple years of ownership, during which you could be collecting high cashflow rental income, refinance and Brrr, or sell as a cash flowing tenant occupied rental after the title period.

Additionally, an investor must be prepared for rehab costs. Having good contractors (multiply) and reasonable expectations are the key. As you know you can’t see the inside. Therefore, as an investor I think its prudent to assume the inside is always an entire gut job. The exterior state can be seen on physical inspection and google earth (state of roof). Our unknown is always the inside! So, every property we calculate for a buy range, we must assume the cost of a full interior gut. If we find that’s not the case (and its often not the case) then it’s a pleasant cap ex surprise.

Also, buyers must be ready to remove squatters. There is no amount of inspections that can reasonably be done from outside of the property to be sure the property is vacant. So, buyers must be ready to go through all the processes of a writ of possession. The process is too long to detail every bit here, but the important part is having an experienced lawyer who has done Writs of Possession proceedings. Additionally you must know how to start filling a complaint in the Court of Common Pleas ASAP, once you have the deed in hand.

This process can take time, so you want to move as fast as possible. Buyers should be ready to make cash deals to get squatters out. There are some tricks I learned from other buyers on how to accomplish this, but it can be superior method of removing them then the court of common pleas writ of possession process.

One last preparation that I learned from YouTube is how to mine the data on the auction. At the sheriff site there is a download button that lets you download the entire auction into excel. From there you can weed out the list by zip codes you like, square footage you prefer, bedrooms, etc. From this list we try to weed it down into a manageable number of prospective properties. Then we begin the process of physical inspections. Keep the lists organized by zip code for easier moving. During site visits we take notes and eliminate unfit properties to make a final list of target properties. We then do more research on comps, rental income, expenses, cap ex, and formulate a price range for each property. This list guides us and keeps our bids under control and within budget at the auction.

In conclusion If you can learn the system and prepare for what is unknown the tax auctions can be one of the best resources for finding deals, especially with the booming market right now.

If you read this far thank you for your time and I look forward to all the content your company has to offer.

Steven Reyes

How to invest in the tax auctions the RIGHT way?

Guest Steven Reyes shares his knowledge on the pros of investing in the tax auction and how you should navigate the auction. As an active investor in the tax auction field, Steven has acquired all of his recent properties from the auction. He currently has one rented successfully and one in litigation. Before going to the auction, Steve explains how he 6 months before actually investing. His first property was a total of $16,000 and he completed a bare bones fix and rented it out as soon as he could. Bare bones fix up is fixing up a house to the point where it can be rented and nothing extra. “You need to do this to protect yourself.. Anything you need to get your renters licence” he shares. Reyes then explain to anyone who wants to invest in the tax auction that the average single home family is usually in the low $20,000’s.

Most of the time when you invest in the tax auction, there can be ‘squatters’. Squatters are people who are living in the house without legal title. Do squatters have rights? Absolutely! If you invest in the auction and the property you bid on has squatters, yes you have to go through a process to get them out. You cannot start working on a property if there are squatters. Therefore, you have to use a strategy to get them out of the property. There are many ways investors/owners can handle this scenario. In this episode, Steven uses one of his favorite strategies “cash for keys”. He shares on of his own tricks (in which there are many) of getting the squatters on a lease so you can march them to eviction.

Moving on… Steven goes into depth about one of his properties that he has to do a LOT of work legally to fully acquire the property he invested in. His example is having a full family in the house he purchased from the auction. He explains the process but emphasizes on the fact that you have to start the legal process and get all paperwork for the property done ASAP due to right of redemption. Yes… someone can redeem their property in a set amount of time.

Reyes then gives step by step instructions for success at the tax auctions.

Step by step success at the tax auction:

1. You have to ask yourself, as an investor, what is your goal of acquisition? What are you looking for? What is your price range? What area are you looking to invest at? Do you have contractors and the proper relationships to fix them home up?

Steven expresses from experience to always assume it is a full gut because you never know how these properties look inside. Do you have a GC? These are the question you NEED to have the answers to before going to a tax auction.

2) RESEARCH, RESEARCH RESEARCH

-Whats dates are you going to the auction?

-Download data from sheriff list and put in in excel sheet … subtract properties off of your list to bring your list to a reasonable size.

-Although you are not supposed to look inside in the properties, do as much research as you can.

“Some properties can look good from the front… you need to physically inspect. Take notes…”

-Research your buy range:

-Run your comps.. What is rental income? How much will it be worth in the future.

3) Create a final list with your buy range.

“Don't go a penny over.”

4) Tips on auction:

-Pay in money orders or cashiers checks.

-Get checks in thousand dollar/500 dollars increments.

-Sometimes they are packed, sometimes they are dead.

-You need 10% of you the properties price.. You can/will get kicked out if you are not prepared after bidding.

“Sometimes you need to walk out of there, You don't need to buy” Reyes explains.

5) Finish paying off the property asap… The deed starts as soon as you pay final balance.

‘You are nothing until you have that deed in your hand.’

6) Lastly, after getting the deed you can roll up to the property and get into deal mode.

“Renting is the best option for monetizing from the tax auction”… in his opinion.

Contact Info:

833-IROOFPA

833-476-6372

iroofpa.com

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In episode 120 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks How to Develop Your Strategic Plan for Your Real Estate Empire.

How to develop you plan for your real estate empire?

Starting off with what she has recently concluded and that is the challenge many people face after deciding to invest in real estate. Nicole says “One of the biggest things stopping people from doing deals is not having a strategic plan for your real estate empire”.

She goes on to explain that idea that people are afraid to define exactly what they want. As you start to develop your plan you need to understand that short goals are good in the process. You also need to understand that your short goals need to be the platform to something big… Nicole references her very own self-help book, The AntiHustle: Starting a Sex-Figure Business in One Year. Nicole explains everything she is referencing in this episode is more in depth in the book. Moving on, as you begin the process of developing your plan you need to grasp the idea that people are afraid to define exactly what they want and work away from that to develop a clear vision.

Developing a strategic plan starts with a vision and a lot of work.

Nicole moves on to the topic:

Why people don't develop a plan for their life?

1- People are too lazy to define what they want.

It can take weeks or even months to develop a vision.

2- People are to afraid to define what they want because they don't think they will get it or deserve it.

“Don't make it stop you because you don't think you deserve it today…It will happen over time. Develop yourself into the person who deserves it” - NP.

After briefly touching on why people don't actually develop a plan, she explain some misconceptions about developing your real estate plan. Here are the top to reasons:

1. It must be realistic
2. You can't change your vision

Nicole then moves on to how you actually develop the strategic plan through your vision…

She explains there are TWO ways to do it.

1. Develop the long term vision (if the world was yours what does it look like?.. For Example: Owning 10 rentals, etc)

2. Based on financial freedom…

-How much money will you need for you to feel comfortable?

-How much do you need to leave your job?

Defining how many properties you need to reach your goal is an important factor while developing your strategy. Once you are able to define, you will need to start budgeting and planning so things can start to action action as soon as possible.

Once things are in motion… your strategic plan for your real estate empire will fall in place!

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In the 119th episode of the Better Than Success podcast Nicole Purvy talks The Easiest Way to Do Your First Real Estate Flip without Wholesaling or Your Own Money. We go into details about credit, rehab budgets, hard money loans, rehabs, the 65% rule and much more...

What is the easiest way to do your real estate flip with none of your own money?

After doing a recent successful real estate flip, Nicole shares some game on a strategy to use to flip a property in one of the easiest ways. She begins with sharing an experience of starting real estate one on one development with the members of the BTS Real Estate League. Being able to idenitfy the top 3 things that keep people from doing deals, Nicole shares what they are and how you can use the information to do your future real estate deals.

Top 3 things that keep people from doing deals:

#1- Mindset

-Nicole explains the importance of being able to change your mindset. In order for real estate investing to work for you, you have to realize that you do not have to trade your time for money.

#2-Not having a strategic plan

-Nicole explains the importance of having an end goal. If your goal is clear, you will be able to achieve with the right mindset.

#3- Not being able to piece together information

-Nicole explains that there are many resources (BTS REL, Google, Mentors etc) but not being able to use your reseouces and piece togther information will stop you from doing deals.

After explaining her personal experice on what stops people from doing deals, Nicole gives a 3 step process on one way to do a real estate flip without wholsaling or your own money.

Step #1 - You have to have good credit.

Of course you have to have good credit, but Nicole shares what really matters and that is… what you have on your credit.

“If you have bad credit, do NOT be discouraged” - Nicole Purvy

There are many ways you can fix your credit. In the episode Nicole references her very own credit repair specialsts, Will Roundtree. Click Here to visit the website listed in this episode. “You should at least have a credit score of 680” Nicole shares.

Step #2 -

Nicole shares the next step wich is to get lines of credit. After getting lines of credit, you will be able to use the lines of credit as a down payment on a property.

She lists some of her top resources for lines of credit:

-Navy Federal

-Discover Credit

-Capital One Jet Blue

After sharing her highly recommended lines of credit, she shares that you can in fact use credit cards on this step as well as the lines of credit.

What is the recommended amount in credit you should have for this proccess to work? The answer is at least $30,000-40,000 dollars in credit. This brings you to the final step.

Step #3 - Use business credit to leverage and borrow more money.

If you have a business that has been around for 2-3 years and can show your income of 100,000 revenue. Get business credit. Nicole shares her personal business credit specialist, Marcus Knuckles.

Reference:

Marcus Knuckles - Bizmoney Pro

What does it mean to leverage and borrow more money? In this episode, Nicole shares her own business (BTS Funding) as a reference to use private money to help do your real estate flips.

Click Here for more information on BTS Funding for your real estate flips.

After these 3 steps you will be able to do your real estate flips with no wholesaling and none of your own money.

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In episode 118 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Courtney N. Richardson. Courtney N. Richardson, Esq., LL.M, is the Founder of The Ivy Investor, a resource for women seeking to navigate the investing world in simple terms. When most people think of investing, they only think of the stock market. However, Courtney encourages diversification through investing in real estate. Courtney started in real estate as an Oil and Gas Title attorney in Appalachia (southwestern Pennsylvania, West Virginia) and Ohio during the Marcellus Shale boom. Her current practice area includes defending real estate property assessments and real estate tax enforcement with the City of Philadelphia. Before becoming an attorney, Courtney was an investment advisor for one of the top brokerage firms in the world. She is passionate about teaching how to create and retain wealth in the community through investing.

Understanding Real Estate Tax Auctions

After working in finance since she has been out of college, Courtney shares her story behind her entrepreneurial/real estate journey. Courtney explains in this episode how she began her entrepreneurship at the age of 12 making jewelry. Although she didn't particularly like jewelry, she thought this was a good idea. This started Courtney’s journey to where she is now. She began working with the stock market and the stock market crashed in 2009. That same year she lost her job. After being laid off Courtney decided to take in on a trade overseas and moved to the phileneese for a couple of months. She then got accepted into law school where she began her law career. She shares to the audience that living home was a big distraction for her so she moved to West Virginia to be focused and on a plus side, that was where the money was at the time.

Moving on, Courtney ended up working for the best law firm in West Virginia doing gas and oil work. This is when she realized she enjoyed title work and real estate. However, Courtney’s creative side was never really utilized at her job so she decided to get creative and start her brand “The Ivy Investor”. She realized all of her close friends and family began to call her for rollovers, insurance etc and came up with the idea to start a blog to help others. From then, people have been constantly sharing her blog and she was able to be a reference for some of the main concerns people had for investing.

After working at the firm for two years, Cournet decided to continue her education at Temple Law school and received her LLM in Tax Law. She would be in the process of selling houses that have property delinquent taxes. As she was doing this, she realized “when people hear something and don't understand, they shut it down”. She then went on to giving basic real estate investing advice. During this interview she addresses the hot topic of investing through tax lien/sheriff sales. Courtney explains that in order for this process to work you have to do you due diligence. One suggestion she makes if you chose to invest in the tax auction is to do a “light title search”. That is, to make sure nothing crazy is going on with the property you want to invest in before investing your money because most of the time it is non-refundable. A “light title search” can cost you around $300 and this could save you a headache if you want to bid successfully. All in all, as a tax professional Courtney tells the audience to get a list of the properties before hand and do your research because sometimes you only have 7 days to settle and this is where a lot of investors mess up on tax auctions. Being aware of the process will be your best bet with the tax auction because there is a such thing as a redemption period for example. In some cases, am owner can possibly redeem the home being sold at the auction within 9 months. “Tax auctions are strongly recommended for ‘BIG’ real estate investors, someone who can afford to sit on a property for a few months” - Courtney Richardson

Contact Information:

Website: The Ivy Investor

IG: @theivyinvestor

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In episode #117 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Claire Sulmers. Ms. Claire Siobhan Sulmers is the founder of FashionBombDaily.com, and the industry’s leading fashion blogger chronicling fashionistas of color. Her pioneering work ushered in a new wave of digital journalism that fed and fueled an under-served community of African-American and Latino style lovers wanting to know more about brand from the culture. Beyond developing and directing content for FashionBomb Daily and its affiliate sites, Sulmers has done extensive style writing for other platforms including Vogue Italia , Vogue Paris , and ESSENCE Magazine. Her body of work and online following - now numbered above one million - has made Ms. Sulmers the influencer of choice for major corporate brands who want to reach her audience including Toyota, Reebok, Verizon, and mother. Ms.Sulmers, who hails from Atlanta, Georgia, holds a degree in French and African American studies from Harvard University. In 11 years, Claire has accumulated over 1.3 million followers, written a book “The Bomb Life”, and is now working on her 2nd book.

How Claire Sulmers built one of the largest multicultural fashion media companies?

After going to Harvard University, Claire always knew her passion was in TV and writing. She consciously went to New York after graduation and applied to almost every internship in TV in the city she could and she couldn't land an internship. Claire then had to move back to her home in Atlanta, Georgia with her parents while her dream was not happening the way she thought it would. Not losing faith, Claire then continued her search for internships in her hometown. She sent a sample of her work to an upscale magazine company and was finally offered and unpaid internship. After working with the company for some time, they had an opening in the fashion department and offered her a job writing cover pieces. Although she was grateful for the opportunity, Claire knew her heart was in another place and she denied the position to follow her dreams. Moving on, Claire Sulmer decided to give New York another shot after having some background and she moved to New York. There she was offered internships that were very low paying, but she knew she had to do it. Finding her passion in Fashion, she started her own blog, The Fashion Bomb Daily. Following her career path at the time, she built relationships with other blogs and big companies started to link her. Now, at this time Claire became one of the first bloggers at New York Fashion Week. Claire shares in this interview that she would crash the fashion shows with her professional camera and catch a ton of exclusive shots. Claire then created her job that she has until this day being as though it didn't exist in her early stage of finding her career. At the time, she was still working her job and realized she had to quit and focus on her blog full-time. She shares stories on how long it took (4 years) being in the business and when she was able to finally start making enough money.

Another turn hit Claire’s career journey when she decided she wanted to move to Paris. At the time, no one would hire her in Paris because they didn't take her serious being so far away from Paris. She then moved to Paris and lived with a friend of hers mother's apartment. Claire tells the audience how she moved to Paris with no money saved (she even spent all of her 401K savings before moving). She then tells the audience to “ask and you shall receive” after she shared that she asked for a job and went in in for an interview and landed the job...in Paris, she called this a miracle. Moving on, Claire created a path for herself and built one of the largest multicultural fashion media companies by working towards her goals.

Contact Information:

Website: fashionbombdaily.com

IG: @ClaireSulmers

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In episode 116 of the Better Than Success Podcast Nicole Purvy interviews real estate developer Rodney Ross.

Bio

Rodney is an award­winning realtor working out of the Keller Williams Realty office in Center City, Philadelphia. Being a Philadelphia native and coming up on his 7th year anniversary in the real estate business has aided Rodney in developing a deep knowledge of both the real estate sales and development process. Rodney is not only a top agent, but an active investor as well. ​His first investment purchase was in 2009 with a single family residential home in Southwest Philadelphia. Since then, Rodney has bought and sold over 50 single family and multi­family properties throughout the city. Outside of his business, Rodney enjoys staying fit through cycling, weightlifting, and jumping rope. He believes in giving back to others and supports several nonprofits including the American Cancer Society, the KW Cares Fund, and Drexel University financially and through participation and organization of events. Rodney graduated from Drexel University, located in Philadelphia, PA with a degree in Business and Engineering. He applies the systematic problem­solving engineer mindset to his real estate business and his life.

How I Won a Bid from the City of Phila to Develop 36 Properties for 36 Bucks

Rodney tells the story of how he was able to get 36 properties for 36 bucks. During this interview Ross gives a little background on the project and what it is exactly. The name of the project is called Osage Pine. The Osage Pine project consists of a community of 36 homes on the 6200 blocks of Osage Avenue and Pine Street in West Philadelphia. Back in the 80’s these blocks were bombed which forced a lot of people out of their homes. The city either gave people the option to leave or stay after a little rebuilding of the houses. After the bombing the community was destroyed and a lot of people decided to take the money from the city and move elsewhere. The City of Philadelphia then sat on these houses for years and finally decided to put a bid out of these 36 properties. This is where Ross and his team decided this would be a great project for them. Learning later in the episode there was only one other offer for this project and the city made their decision based off of what developer was financially stable to rebuild these homes. Although there were a lot of stigmas, Ross and his team won the bid at $1 per house… which equals out to 36 homes. Yes, the houses were $1 per home, but that does not include the cost of construction and how long each house would take to reconstruct Ross explains. This turned to be a phenomenal project for Rodney and his team in the long run. Of course he explains some hardships along the way such as the city watching everything they do to these properties, permit processes etc.

Rodney then moves on to sharing his real estate journey has reach 8 years of experience.

Contact Information:

For more information on the Osage Pine Project: http://osagepine.com

IG: phillyrealestateboss

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In episode 115 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks her top 7 Real Estate Rehab Mistakes.

Nicole Purvy talks about her most recent real estate "flip" investment. She explains some things she learned during this journey that could be helpful to anyone who is interested in/or currently doing real estate flips.

Top 7 Mistakes on Nicole's Real Estate Rehab Project

1. Knowing the process of buying a REO property
   • When buying a REO (Real Estate Owned) property/bank owned property, you have to be prepared to not close for a while. The process may take up to 6 months just for the bank to process the deed properly.
2. In Philadelphia, it can take 4-6 weeks to get gas services turned on
   • In this episode, Nicole shares her experience of not being able to get the gas turned on right away slowing up the process of closing on the projected closing date.
3. Understanding the importance of getting a mortgage commitment date
   • When rehabbing a property it is important to push a mortgage commitment date simply so you, as the rehabber, have enough time to get everything done to the property prior to closing so all parties will close properly.
4. The importance of micromanagement
   • Micro management is important so that everyone on the project will stay on top of everything in the process of rehabbing. Understanding no matter how many people are on the project, everyone needs to be involved equally to make the process as smooth as possible.
5. Assuring that you visit the property days before closing
   • Nicole explains that the buyer will have a list of things they want done to the property before closing. To make sure closing goes as planned, you need to stay on top of the list of requests. If you do not, this may push the closing date back due to the requirements from the buyer not being met.
6. Request a large deposit at the beginning of the home buying process
   • This will be more secure for you as the rehabber. The more secure the deposit is, the more secure the buyer will be for purchasing the home.
7. Making sure you are on top of the GC (General Contractor)

After going over some mistakes made during her most recent project, Nicole Purvy also list some good things she endured during the process. Some good things about this deal which included:

1. Having a good GC (General Contractor) that can micro-manage
2. Make sure you do a flip in a flip neighborhood/home owner neighborhood
3. Timing
4. Numbers accuracy (knowing you numbers beforehand)

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In this of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with real estate developer Raffaellina Merlino.

With over six years of residential development, property design, and land acquisition experience, Raffaellina's journey into real estate began alongside her business partner and husband as co- founders of the Cityscape Development Group. Raffaellina came into the industry after leaving the corporate world as a client development manager for high luxury fashion brands such as Dior. Her recent venture into mix-use commercial building has sparked a new passion for community development and small business initiative.

As a North Jersey native she believes that she has the “newcomer “ advantage, where she sees so many positive opportunities and attributes that Philadelphia has to offer. Raffaellina is a leader of a top real estate sales team serving as a liaison between the millennial home buyer and dream home builder in both NJ and PA. When she’s not building or selling homes in Philadelphia, you can find her serving less fortunate communities around the world. Her most recent trip was to the "garbage dump" community in Guatemala, where she and her team built 2 homes for less fortunate families.

She is the co -founder of Table Share, a Christian based charitable organization that believes in serving and engaging. Raffaellina is an alumni of the Fairleigh Dickinson University school of International Tourism and Hospitality. Growing up around entrepreneurs and restauranteurs motivated Raffaellina to discover her passion for people and serving.

Key Pointers from the episode:

• New investors should be "driving for dollars"
• Build a relationship with the poeple in the area you invest in so people will come to you about selling properties
• Create a good environment without forcing people out of their homes.
• Your greatest successes will come from partnerships
• If you can build 1 house, you can build 20

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy shares how she chose her personal board of directors that influenced her biggest business decisions of her life.

How to chose your own personal board of directors?

Having a personal board of directors can be a huge part in your individual growth as well as business growth. A personal board of directors are a group of people who have a influence on how you do business. These are the people that help guide you when making decesions. In this episode of the BTS podcast Nicole explains her very own personal journey within her own business (Better Than Success and the Better Than Success Real Estate League) and the transition it is currently taking. Nicole exaplains “Sometimes you have to stop doing things you dont like to do in order to get to where you want to be”. As real estate has taken off, she had to shift her business with the help of her board of directors.

Using a personal board of directors to guide and help make important decsions such as the decesion Nicole had to make to stop doing websites as a service. Your personal board of directors are not meant to tell you what to do but they are meant to help you to be able to see any problem from all angles. They help you to indentify areas of consideration that you may not have considered because of a narrow point of view. While chosing a personal board of directors you need to have a variety of people ranging in professions, demographics, personality types, and personalities. By having a mixture of these four factors you are able to get direction from different people on different scenarios. You need to have someone who is soft-spoken as well as a firecracker. By having to opposite personalities you are able to get the balance you need versus having one side from one personality type. For example, you do not only want passive people to be on your board of directors because you will only get a certain response from that specific personality.

Nicole also meantions three personality types (maven, salesperson and connector). She mentions these three types to illustrate the importance of types of people that will have an influence on you and your business. Even though all three personality types are very important, you need to be able to distinguish each persons gift. The next thing to take into factor when chosing your board of directors is each persons communication style.

Here is the example Nicole used in this episode describing the communications style on the bird diagram:

Communication style

Eagle: Dominant, direct, results-oriented, makes quick decisions, bottom-line focused

Parrot: Interactive, optimistic, enthusiastic, group-oriented, energetic, humorous

Owl: Conscientious, process-driven, detail-oriented, logical, questioning, organized

Dove: Supportive, good listener, relationship-oriented, considerate, patient, consistent

This is a very effective way to have a variety of people on you team because communication is key. Your board of directors have opinions and advice that will help define their personal point at a business standpoint and it is imporant to be able to understand their outlook and where they are coming from. Nicole wraps up the podcast warning everyone to be catious with your personal board of directors to know that these people are in your corner and will always have an opinion but to be sure to remember that their advice is opionated and they may not even be an expert at eveything so keep that in mind while decesion making.

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In episode 112 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with master artist, Ivben Taqiy. During this episode, Nicole and Ivben discuss how he went from being a server at a resturant to making a 6-Figure plus income being a full-time artist.

Bio

Philadelphia born and raised artist IvbenTaqiy has been creating art for over 20 years. He started being an entrepreneur at an early age of 7 when he illustrated his first book, and hasn't stopped following his dreams to be a master artist.

IvbenTaqiy attended the High School for the Creative and performing arts and graduated top if his artistic class 2003. By then IvbenTaqiy started being commissioned to do portraits and murals throughout the city, including family and friends. After High School he attended the prestigious Art College Maryland Institute College of Art for one year. He then proceeded to fulfill a full time career as a Freelance Artist.

Over the past 8 years IvbenTaqiy has accomplished working with and making art for people such as Bill Cosby, Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, Kevin Hart, and many more. Every year he's also been known for his amazing themed Artshows such as ArtJam, Michael Jackson Artshow , and Ali Artshow. Which have broke record breaking numbers and broadened the knowledge of artistic culture within an urban demographic.

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Recorded live in front of a studio audience, episode #111 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Ash Cash Exantus. Ash Exantus aka Ash Cash is a 15-year banking executive, personal finance expert, motivational speaker, and the author of six books, including three Amazon bestsellers. He is head of financial education and financial empowerment coach at BankMobile; the largest and fastest growing digital bank in the country and a digital app that provides a financially empowering banking experience to 2million+ customers. He is also a Financial teacher as well as a Leadership Council member of the World of Money Financial Institute, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to empower youth with an immersive financial and technology education, creating financially responsible adults one child at a time.

Ash has established himself as a thought leader and trusted voice with Corporate America, Colleges, Churches, and Community based organizations. Through his message of fiscal responsibility, entrepreneurship, and wealth empowerment, he has become a regular speaker at national conferences across the country. Ash has been featured on popular, national media outlets such as CNN, The New York Times, WSJ, American Banker, CNBC, TheStreet.com, Black Enterprise, Essence Magazine, Ebony, BET, Pix11 Morning News, and countless others. He is the host of his own radio show titled The Ash Cash Show, which airs on WHCR 90.3FM NY with a current reach of 2.2 Million listeners.

Above all of his credentials, accolades, and titles, Ash is simply known for helping people maximize their full potentials. He thoroughly enjoys his life in Metropolitan New York Area, where he resides with his wife, and two children. You can also read more about Ash by visiting www.IamAshCash.com

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast Host Nicole Purvy interviews @Wallo267.

Bio

With his first criminal conviction at the age of 11, Wallo267 went on to spend five years in and out of the juvenile system. By the time he reached 17 the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections identified him as inmate #DG-2670. While serving his time he realized he was in prison for being someone he really wasn't. From that moment on he started embracing his individualism. As Wallo267 would say “he wasn’t in jail he was Yale, he wasn’t in prison he was in Princeton, he wasn’t in the State Penn he was in Penn State”. He ran into a cell phone as his sentence was coming to an end, that cell phone helped him see that the world was bigger than the streets that once dictated his every move. At the age of 37, he walked out of prison February 18th, 2017 after serving twenty years for multiple armed robberies and firearm violations.

Fast forward to now, Wallo267 started his journey with no resources or capital. He has found his purpose inspiring the world through his Instagram page. Averaging over 2 million impressions a week, he is most known for his viral videos titled “Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late” and “It Cost Too Much To Be A Criminal”. As a social media game-changer, he will make you think, laugh, and cry. Wallo267 has gained the attention of professional athletes, hip-hop artists, influencers and Shark Tank’s Daymon John giving him the title Street Shark. Wallo267 owes his own thoughts and is consistently pushing people to believe in his motto “No One Can Stop You But You”.

How did Wallo267 become a marketing genius in 1 year?

Growing up in an area where his “hero” was on the street corner, Wallo267 only knew what he seen growing up. Wanting to fit in and looking up to his so-called hero wearing designer clothes with the finest jewelry and pockets full of “street” money, Wallo267 did what he had to be like the people he defined as “heros”. It took Wallo267 years to realize the “streets” was not the way of life. In this podcast episode, he tells the audience that when you're actually in ‘something’, you cant see the outside. There are many ways in which he meant that statement. Growing up in North Philadelphia, this is what Wallo267 was exposed to as a child. He grew up in the environment where his hero was doing anything to ‘fit it’. Not knowing how to read or write, Wallo only knew one thing --money!

That was the only goal when he was younger. He explains how his father was incarcerated while he was growing up and that was all he knew. Visiting his father only made him want to visit the jail even more until him and his father were cell mates says Wallo. After spending 5 years in the juvenile system, prison became his home for the next years 20 years. Wallo explains how he spent more time in prison than in the world because he was so used to doing time. “One time, i forgot it was my birthday because i was not used to remembering anything important being inside of prison… the only thing you could remember in prison was chasing your own freedom” he said. It wasn't until a couple years in prison when Wallo267 realized that no one cared about what was happening in prison but there was so many things being presented in the media. Once he realized it's him vs. the real world is when Wallo267 found his purpose in the the world. “Its hip to talk about the struggle, but no one wants to really get around the struggle”. It wasn't until that moment when he decided that when he gets out of the system he would speak publicly about people/media outlets who are constantly talking about these struggles/issues but not doing anything about it as well as speaking to people moving in the direction of incarceration as he did before he did the time. Still in the walls of prison, Wallo shares his story of him getting a cell phone in prison. Getting a cell phone from a good friend of his opened his eyes even more and he was able to see digitally what was going on outside of those 4 walls.

Wallo267 also talks about his ‘Book Of Life’ which also helped his transition from prison to being a marketing genius in 1 year. In this book, he interviewed people in jail, specifically new people to get an idea of what was going on in the world beyond prison. Once he got a good grasp on the ‘real world’ Wallo267 was able to come up with a genius plan to implement when he was granted freedom. He now is one of the most motivational/inspirational speaker in Philadelphia.

Wallo267 Contact Information:

IG: Wallo267

Website: Wallo267.com

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, Raffaellina Merlino of My New Philly Interviews the planning committee for Philly Real Estate Week: Nicole Purvy, Traci Powell, Mike Earley, Marc Brown, Art Lyons, and Jabbar Fairweather.  In the interview we talk about Why Philly needs PREW, what resources are currently available for investors to make sound investment decisions, urban planning, empowerment zones, investing advice and much more...

Philly Real Estate Week is a citywide, week-long celebration honoring real estate planning, development, investing and wealth building all throughout the City of Philadelphia. Hosted by Better Than Success, this summit of events will take place during the first week of June. The week will be filled with dozens of educational, entertaining, celebratory and networking events, seminars, panel discussions, bootcamps, real estate tours, parties, and more. With the support of the Philadelphia councilwoman, Blondell Reynolds Brown, the 1st annual Philly Real Estate Week will run June 4th – 9th 2018 and will themed days that celebrate and educate Philadelphians on various aspects of real estate.

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Delilah Dee is the founder of Delilah & Company, LLC- a digital content & events agency that pushes positive messages from influencers to the public. The Philadelphia born and raised, proud Latina serves as an embodiment of vitality in the lives of those she serves.

Through this agency, Delilah and her team produce inspirational and digital content that conveys the concept of resilience. Majorly, the sole purpose of the agency’s aim is to help the public realize their purpose and maximize their potential. Delilah is able to do this by utilizing her networks within various industries to create a series of content or events to help mentally build a better community. Everything the agency produces is done with the sole purpose to give people a better understanding of the power they have when they take control of their mindset. 

Aside from Delilah & Company, Delilah also launched Hermanas in Hustle. A project she uses she empower women to come together and shine together in true sisterhood fashion. 

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In episode 107 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with health coach, Lorisa Leigh. Lorisa owns her own health coaching coaching practice where she helps high achieving women transform mind and body to increase energy, create balance and optimize performance through plant based nutrition & mindset.

Increasing Productivity for High Achieving Entrepreneurs

Prior to becoming a full time entrepreneur, Lorisa Leigh was a nurse for 9 years. During the 9 years of her being a nurse, Lorisa built up her knowledge, experience and credibility in the health field. Having a first hand at patients experiencing critical health conditions and knowing what causes it, Lorisa knew she wanted to change her lifestyle to a completely healthy diet.

Transitioning into a healthy diet can be very challenging. Lorisa tells why her transition was not as hard as you may think it is. During this podcast interview, Lorisa announces the main reasons behind her transition. One being meeting her husband, who already lived the vegan lifestyle. Another reason was the tragic experience of getting rare cancer in her left knee. During this time of a sickness, Lorisa tells the audience that she began to do intensive research and the real reason for her transition was reading the book: The China Study . This book shifted the perspective of how she was living and the patients she was helping at the time encouraging her to help others more, especially those in critical conditions.

Moving on, Lorisa was able to take a huge jump into her entrepreneurship after realizing she wanted to be more than just a “nurse” and wanted to commit her time to shining light on others.

One of the main factors that increased her productivity for achieving her entrepreneurial goals was changing her lifestyle, diet and mindset.

How did you transform your health experience into a business?

With social media drastically changing the business game, Lorisa used her social media platforms to get her message about health facts to surface.

“I started out with writing blog posts then I had to get comfortable in front of the camera and after that i was able to produce video content” - Lorisa Leigh

After gaining a presence on social media and building a large audience, Lorisa was not quite ready for the business “life” simply because she was accustomed to her career in nursing. Having no experience in the business field, Lorisa hired a coach to oversee and to help guide her entrepreneur path. “Each part of your journey is different, having a mentor showed me the ropes”. Eventually Lorisa became a full time entrepreneur after her business grew tremendously and became very time consuming. “When i realized i can make what i make in a week in a hour…it was my time to go.”

Lorisa's Contact Info:
Instagram- lorisaleigh_
Website: http://www.lorisaleigh.com

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In episode 106 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy gives The 6 Rules to Follow When Writing Your First Self Help Book. In this episode Nicole Purvy announces the Better Than Success Live Podcast + Brunch on May 19th giving the details of the two amazing guest Wallo267 and Ash Cash as well as telling how she wrote her first self help book in less than 1 month.

6 Rules to Follow When Writing Your Own Self Help Book

After gathering information passively for 2 years Nicole Purvy was able to write a book based on real life evidence in 3 weeks, The Anti Hustle . In this podcast episode Nicole Purvy shares the 6 steps to writing a self help book that will help in the process of anyone who is writing or wants to write their own book.

#1- Ask yourself “What is my intention?”

Your intention for writing a book should be very clear before actually writing the book. Deciding whether you are writing just for leisure or writing for a purpose is very important in the beginning stage of your book. You need to have a real reason to why you are writing your own book. Nicole explains her intention of writing her very own book which was to show people why hustling is not the right way to running a business.

How to take your story and make it so that people care?

“You have something inside of you that the world needs to hear”- Nicole Purvy.

#2- Be sure you know how to write or consider hiring a ghost writer

Knowing how to write is essential in the process of writing a self-help book. Your audience is depending on your knowledge and the better you know how to write the more credible your book will be.

#3- Any good book should be a “cultural divergence”

“Cultural divergence” is the idea of introducing something new to the world that people cant get anywhere else.

What is the over achieving goal that you want to achieve? What single item do you want your readers to learn when they are done reading your book?

#4- Tell real life stories to drive your point home

Having real life evidence gives people a real life feel of what you experinced while writing a self-help book. Nicole wrote down failure and success stories, lessons she learned on her business journey, and anything she coculd remember in her notes to back up her book, The Anti Hustle "Starting a Six Figure Business in One Year" .

#5- Present an idea and use your story to prove your casce

Are you a living proof of your concept? If so, you can prove your ideas in your own book. Nicole Purvy talks how she is able to prove how she managed to start her own business in her book rather than using the book to tell her story.

#6- Create/Follow a formula

Nicole Purvy references Shakespare and the Save The Cat book to encourage listeners who want to write a book to use a formula. The two references she refers to are good examples of success storylines and how to use a formula in the process of writing a book.

“Use formulas to solve your problems. Formulas are completely essential” - Nicole Purvy

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Contact Information:

Website: BetterThanSuccess.com

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In episode 105 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy shares her knowledge on the topic of How to Manage Mulitple Large Scale Projects and Scale Up Your Revenue in a solo episode.

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In episode 104 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy puts a spin on her podcast interview and talks with the Better Than Success staff, Briana Arrington, Askia Harris, and Alayah Tillman, about ‘branding’. Nicole Purvy asks the staff the top 3 things they learned about branding and gives some tips and tricks on how she built her brand.

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In episode 103 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with speaker, author and certified coach, DaVita Garfield. DaVita credits the many life experiences as the driving force behind her God-given assignment to support other women by encouraging them to overcome any obstacles.

Bio

DaVita has been able to fulfill her assignment through her girl's mentoring program, empoWered4Success and through her business empoWermentNOW, a full-service coaching and consulting company that specializes in helping women identify and reach their life goals on purpose and without apology.

empoWermentNOW offers 1 on 1 coaching, group and corporate coaching as well as business, marketing and branding consulting for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

DaVita’s most recent accomplishments include the release of her first self-published book titled Tell the Whole Story: Embrace Your Journey to be Amazing on Purpose, her group coaching program and release of her Achieving your Amazing Goals Planner: 2018 edition.

How to Start a Business While Battling 2 Brain Tumors?

Starting her career in healthcare, Davita always had dreams of owning a business. After setting financial goals, she knew working corporatly wasnt going to satisfy her dream. During the interview DaVita shares her testimonial of being sick for 2 years not knowing or understanding why. After being told by the doctors that nothing was wrong, she continued to go to work every single working day. Davita’s passion and drive couldn’t be stopped by her sickness. Davita then found out she had a brain tumor.

Being sick, having a brain tumor, experiencing anxiety and depression could not get in the way of Davita’s dream to become a full-time entrepreneur.

Shortly after gettin well Davita made the decesion to leave her corporate job and start her business. While beginning this process and learning that she had another brain tumor only inspired her more.

She began to use her testimony to talk to other women and helping them figure out what their dreams are and how they can live up to those dreams. Combining her marketing and business skills into her skill she implented her plan of business and got her certification in coaching. “Make the plan. The plan doesnt happen unless you believe it will.”

Davita is now the founder of empoWermentNOW, LLC coaching and consulting services speacializing in inspiring new entrepreneurs.

Contact information:

Instagram: davita_empowermentnow

Website: http://www.davitagarfield.com

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Ricky Codio is a Philadelphia-based visual artist and owner of The Mannequin Factory. He has captured the attention of the media industry and television influencers alike. Codio took photos of Michael B. Jordan and Sylvester Stallone for "Creed," captured visuals with local Little League baseball pitcher Mo’Ne Davis, as well as TV personality Taranasha "Tara" Wallace from "Love & Hip Hop." He’s even been featured on Black Enterprise’s 2016 100 Men of Distinction list.

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In the 100th episode of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy turns the tables and is now the interviewee. Guest host Kyree Terrell of My New Philly talks with Nicole about her top 3 business failures including the postponing of the Entrepreneurs and Leaders Conference. The conversation gets emotional and inspirational. We talk about a time when Nicole had only $1 in her pocket and how she pulled out of that experience plus many more troubling times and victories that came out of them.

   Real estate investor, media specialist, leadership expert, author and podcaster, Nicole Purvy is the founder of Better Than Success. Although founding BTS in 2013, as a serial entrepreneur she has run several successful businesses since 2010. Today, BTS media provides education, entertainment and news to entrepreneurs, leaders and key members of small teams around the world. Under the BTS umbrella she leads the BTS Real Estate League, which serves as a community of over 140 real estate investors that educate each other and invest together. Her passion for helping entrepreneurs and businesses grow and succeed is the cornerstone for her businesses. She has also authored the critically acclaimed book “The AntiHustle: Start a Six Figure Business in One Year”

     Prior to becoming an entrepreneur and media expert, she had a successful career in finance, as an Institutional Fixed Income Trader. From working on Wall Street, her knowledge and understanding of the financial markets and business finance allows her to bring a unique and accurate perspective to Business Consulting, Success Coaching and Leadership Development. She also plays the bass in her spare time

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In episode 99 of the Better Than Success podcast real estate investor, mortgage lender, and "professional community builder" Joe Scorese talks with Nicole Purvy about how to build a large community that feeds your business.

Bio

Joseph V. Scorese is a Rutgers State University Graduate with Accounting & Economics Degrees. Joseph has been licensed in Real Estate for PA & NJ since 1987, investing in real estate since 1994 and mortgage lending since 2001. Joseph has been transactional in hundreds of real estate transactions whether from buying or selling real estate to lending on it. Joseph believes in your network is your net worth and works with hundreds of real estate professionals and services to take of the customer as first priority.

How to build a community that feeds your business?

Living in an area that would be considered a small community, Joseph always had admirations of moving to the city. After meeting his wife, he moved to Philadelphia to further his full potential and network. Networking is one of the major keys in building your business. Joseph explains how he had to build his network tremendously living in a larger city. How? Having weekly meetings and being in attendance to other networking events was the key to his success. Joseph informs his listeners that getting involved with organizations and getting heavy on collaborations will boost your community within your business. After attending and hosting hundreds of real estate events Joseph was able to establish himself in Philadelphia within 9 years.

“How did you establish yourself in philly in such a short period of time” -Nicole Purvy

“If you are not prepared to go to properly set up network events in the Philadelphia market twice a week that are based on subject matter, hustling down transactions or opportunities, and staying away from shortcut routes it will take a while to establish a real platform”

Starting multiple businesses with his wife and his previous knowledge of banking and real estate, Joseph now educates others on how to reach their full potential in a real life scenario. One of their business which is property management is one example of how Joseph put his network and community to use.

“There is still 30 years left in Philly to make a lot of money for all parties”

Joseph gives a complete blueprint “The Art of Schmooze” building a community and how to better yourself and business.

Contact:

Facebook: Joseph Scorese

Events: Meetup.com - Philly Business Connects

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nicole Purvy talks with entrepreneur Andre Hatchett. Andre is a nationally acclaimed entrepreneur and philanthropist. Andre is the owner of The Black Real Estate School, Andre’s Notary School, The Notary Business School and co-founder of Buy Black NYC.

Known as “Mr. Buy Black,” Andre is the driving force behind the national Black Business Challenge social media campaign that encourages African-Americans to patronize Black-owned businesses, record feedback about their experience via their cell phone, and then post the footage online using the #BlackBusinessChallenge hashtag. The campaign, which was initially planned for 30 days but has increased to 395 days, garnered the attention of media outlets and sparked mass appeal in Black economics.

How to make Six Figures with an Online School

Hardcore entrepreneurship and hardcore black people was Andre’s motive behind his drive to educate others, “That’s my life, thats my brand”. Starting his business mentality by selling lemonade and shoveling snow at a young age, Andre knew he always wanted to be limitless financially. Before becoming an entrepreneur he was a teachers aide for autistic children and youth basketball coach. Moving on, Andre eventually left his 9-5 job to start selling real estate. After having some ups and downs in the real estate business Andre reassessed his focus to what was his ultimate passion, teaching and having the desire to inspire people. He then decided to start a notary school when he was 23 years old. Only having a few hundred dollars while starting his online school, the school is now nationwide in all 50 states and is also a six figure business. “You don’t have to be overly passionate about everything that you do. Some things just work” (10:36) Creating a six figure business didn’t happen overnight, Andre explains the long hours and sleepless nights he had to encounter while building his brand. Not having a full blueprint and only knowledge was a challenge but he knew he could do it. Offering free services such as webinars and many more before becoming fully profitable was worth the wait, “Free stuff with people who understand reciprocity pays off” (20:46). Some shortcomings Andre faced on his road to success was the ability to focus. Trying to balance an online school, real estate became a huge distraction. Cutting off all distractions, Andre learned that he had to focus on his online school and that only.

“Success comes from having the ability to focus, you have to lock in and go hard”- Nikki Purvy

“That was the one thing I wasn’t doing and when I did lock in I cracked 6 figures by putting off making extra money and focusing..”- Andre Hatchett

After reaching one of his long term goals, Andre was able to expand and start his real estate business, http://buyblacknyc.com .

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Contact Information:

Website : http://andrehatchett.com

Notary School: http://andresnotaryschool.com

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In episode 97 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with 24 year old business mogul SimDiva. Desimber (December) Alexander better known as SimDiva is a 24 year old, 3 time entrepreneur, motivational speaker and youth mentor. “SimDiva” is a self-titled brand to exemplify and display every aspect of her life.

How did she begin her first business?

Starting her entrepreneurship at the early age of 18 when she was a freelance hairstylist, Sim Diva knew she had the power to be successful. After doing hair for celebrities such as Tamar Braxton, Desimber realized that doing hair was not her passion. Having a special place in her heart for being a motivation to young adults, she then began working at a school. Creating an after care program for young adults was one of her many accomplishments. Furthering her entrepreneurial path, Desimber saved her money from working with a little help from her mom being an entrepreneur as well and opened her first business, PinkIce Cafe (@pinkicecafe). PinkIce Cafe became one of Philly’s hot spots and the place where you can go ‘express yourself through your taste buds’.

Desimber, Sim Diva, says “Move to the beat of your own drum, you have to have tunnel vision… know what you want and stay focused to get it”. Living by this quote she then expanded her wings and opened The Shoe Bar by SimDiva (@theshoebar.bysimdiva): A modern, chic shoe bar for all local and international girl bosses.

Being a leader is still her strong passion which is what lead her to the launching of "THE ICON PROJECT" mentoring course for women ages 16-25.

“While networking your walk of life is really important” (30:36) Sim Diva continues to grow her entrepreneurship and leadership as a young boss with hopes of inspiring others.

Contact info:

Instagram: _simdiva_

Email: simdivamanagement@gmail.com

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On episode 96 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Sonia "The Student Loan Doctor" Lewis. Author, Speaker, and CEO of The Student Loan Doctor LLC, Sonia Lewis is the people’s advocate for overcoming their own student loan debt. She became a full-time entrepreneur less than a year ago and has impacted hundreds of lives by educating on how to manage student loan debt, improve their credit scores to ultimately allow them to achieve their personal goals. Her work has garnered the attention of the Steve Harvey Morning Show, The Shade Room, BET, The Ricky Smiley Show and many more. Listen to find out what exactly Sonia did to get her business on the radars of so many influential leaders and news media outlets.

In this episode Sonia, The Student Loan Doctor, tells us exactly how she started her entrepreneurship. Only having $150 dollars when starting her now 6-figure business, Sonia tells us how having faith and determination will get you what you want. How did she manage to go from 7K followers to 27K in less than one week? Sonia informs us that before getting media coverage by major media companies like The Shade Room she started her business at her church. She went from helping people at her church to helping people in the community to where she is known nationwide helping others create a plan for student loan debt. As Sonia began to grow her business she learned that student loan debt and home-buying goes hand in hand. More people started to realize they had to have their student debt in repayment to buy homes. This only created more of a open door for Sonia, becoming popular in the Philadelphia area as well as becoming popular with mortgage lenders and real estate agents. The Student Loan Doctor having student loans herself said “As a black woman, i started this business because i felt like “Who could I talk to about this issue?” (10:08) Sonia now has 3 published books listed here to help others with repayment and budgeting. She continues to grow her business and debt repayment services in major cities such as California, Atlanta, Philadelphia, New York, and many more! “When one wins, we all win” -Sonia, The Student Loan Doctor, Lewis

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In Episode 95 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy discuses business and life with Real Estate Investor Traci Powell.

Traci Powell Traci has been a licensed real estate agent in Pennsylvania for 15 years. Using her Bachelors Degree from Drexel University in engineering Traci is well versed in the logistics of negotiation and break down of property sales. Traci’s coverage area includes Philadelphia, Blue Bell, Jenkintown, Skippack, Penn Wynne and East Lansdowne and all of Delaware and Montgomery Counties. Traci is ranked as one of the top 4% of buyer agents who sell homes fast and as one of the top agents for townhomes. She has also been featured in HGTV’s House Hunters for clients she worked with in Philadelphia suburbs. In previous years she also held a loan origination license from 2003-2011. And is well versed in residential mortgage loan procedure. And she regularly taught home-buyer education classes to Non-Profits.

Real Estate and Entrepreneurship Success In this episode we talk about 

• How the one surprising advantage that a college education gives all entrepreneurs and real estate investors
• How Traci, beat the Housing Crisis of 2008
• How to both make money in real estate and serve your passion project

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In episode 94 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews branding mogul Tiffany Williams.

Tiffany Williams is the creator and owner of the luxury streetwear brand Bellargo Piarge, which means, “Fashion is life”. In March 2004, beginning with one simple t-shirt logo, Bellargo Piarge was launched in Philadelphia, Pa. Through drive, determination and consistency, Tiffany sold hundreds of t-shirts from the trunk of her vehicle. Bellargo soon became a city favorite and household name.

After many years of grind and grace, Tiffany decided to quit her “9 to 5” and dedicate all of her attention to Bellargo Piarge. Opening her first boutique in 2012, she was able to take Bellargo Piarge from a T-shirt line, to an established business and brand. After four locations, major retail distribution as well as a strong online presence, Bellargo has generated multi-million dollars in sales, and has become a recognized Brand in the Streetwear industry. Spotted on influencers from Meek Mill, Yo Gotti, 50 Cent, Karen Civil to Nicki Minaj, just to name a few; as well as prominent placements in motion pictures, indie films, reality television and music videos.

Tiffany Williams has overseen every aspect of her business. “Information is a billion dollar business, I took what i knew and created a whole different lane” Now, with over 14 years in business, she has decided to spread her wings beyond the fashion industry. In 2016, Tiffany launched “Bellargo University”, which is a platform to educate aspiring and existing entrepreneurs. This year, she also launched her third and most recent business, an Artist Development Agency known as “Fine Print”. ‘There's always a new version of you coming out, there's always that next hot, big thing…’ Even with three very active businesses, Tiffany still finds time to give back to her community. She is also a “big sister” to a local youth group of over 250 children.

Tiffany Williams did not just create a business; she created her dream life. With adversity came accomplishments and she continues to inspire others to do the same.

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In this episode 93 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews 24-year-old real estate investor Jamisa McIvor. Learn how she acquired all these properties in just one year.

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Bio

Jamisa McIvor, owner of 9 properties, is a 24-year old wife and mother of two (expecting one). Through a lot of networking and learning experiences Jamisa was able to acquire 9 properties in just under one year.

At the age of 21 Jamisa’s grandmother gave her ownership of her property for $1 in the Point Breeze section of Philadelphia using a dollar deed transfer. She was granted ownership to help with maintenance and taxes while her grandmother was alive. Not knowing the value of a house at 21 Jamisa overlooked the responsibility of owning a house. (7:30)

It wasn’t until her grandmother passed for her real estate journey to take off.

Jamisa bought her very own first property in February of 2017 and was able to build an outstanding real estate portfolio in a year time span.

How I Purchased My First Nine Properties in One Year

The beginning of her journey kicked off when Jamisa’s grandmother left the house to her and she didn't know what to do. Having no plan and no money to rehab the house given to her Jamisa had to figure out a plan.

“I had a family and didn’t have the money to fix it up” (8:31)

She wanted to sell the house but didn’t have a clue about selling houses, good/bad offers, etc.

“Every contractor told me i had to put in 60k to this one house and at this point i was living a regular life, working a regular job, making regular money”

Broadening her horizon, Jamisa then began to meet and network with knowledgeable individuals (including Nicole Purvy herself) that helped her learn some twists and ropes of the game.

After expanding her knowledge, Jamisa created a plan for this one house and it mounted her mind into making life changing moves.

“I did not to go back to work, need more properties” (15:26)

Jamisa now

• Has tenants
• Owns a “treehouse” (One of Jamisa’s real estate eye opening experience)

and

• Has her own business guiding new investors.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews real estate investor and entrepreneur Michael Earley.

Michael Earley, is the visionary and owner of Philadelphia’s premier real estate company, Royal Realty Group. A full-service realty, development and investment company that provides home buying/selling services as well as other investments and property management services to the tristate area. Mr. Earley was raised in a single parent home in North Philadelphia hurdling over seemingly insurmountable obstacles, homelessness being one of them. In spite of these setbacks Mr. Earley went on to attend Indiana University of Pennsylvania excelling not just academically but in his Fraternity Kappa Alpha Psi as well. After college, he joined the United States Marine Corps where he also served his county. Amidst his service, he began exploring a variety of aspects in real estate creating a successful niche within the market for himself and team.

Michael’s journey into real estate was by no means a straight path however. He worked in a number of real estate related fields over the years including but not limited to project management, venture capital, professional and mortgage services specialist. Over time and through countless experiences he decided that his ultimate goal was to be the owner of his own realty company that would fill the needs of investors and homeowners alike. Today he is an entrepreneur, humanitarian and role model in his fraternity and his community.

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On This episode of the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Cat Washington aka MS Cat. Cat Washington is an actress, model, serial entrepreneur and owner of Pure Lounge, BBMC Boutique, BBMC Cosmetics, Avoir Couture, and My Level Fitness. Her entrepreneurial career began 8 years ago right after her residence on the reality show Bad Girls Club season 5. She is also appeared on Fox’s TV show Empire. She enjoys cooking, fitness, and long walks to the bank.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about achieving a high level of business success while at the same time suffering personal life tragedies. Tank will be a speaker at our Entrepreneurs and Leaders Conference on March 16-17, 2018 in Phila. Get tickets at betterthansuccess.com/conference

Charles “Tank” Harris is a financial services professional and life restoration coach from Philadelphia. With services ranging from business succession, key man insurance and employee benefits, Charles has placed over $500 million in coverage during his 19 years in the insurance and financial services industry. He is a multi-year member of the Million Dollar Round Table, which recognizes the very best in the insurance industry.

Throughout this episode you’ll hear how Charles overcame several challenging situations from divorce to serious IRS debt, to eventually achieve success. Tank shares how he bounced back and finally stepped into his true purpose.

You’ll be inspired by Tank’s story, so be sure to listen.

Book mentioned this episode: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

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On this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nicole Purvy interviews Ileane Smith. Ileane Smith is a blogger, podcaster, YouTuber, and social media specialist. She founded one of the most successful blogging websites in 2010, called Basic Blog Tips, and since then has seen much success in creative online tutorials and live streaming videos with almost 1,000,000 views on youtube.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews entrepreneur Brett Pulli. Brett Pulli is the Director of Possibilities at JoyJoy Watches.  Joy Joy watches is an accessories company that produces art for your wrist that happens to tell time.  The 3 year old company’s flagship product is an interchangeable water resistant watch which can be purchased at Nordstrom, QVC, Amazon and specialty surf shops and beach stores.  Brett has been an entrepreneur for his entire life, while occasionally taking jobs at big brands such as Puma, Adidas Originals, Nike and Jordan. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews real estate investor Attiyah Blair. 

Attiyah Blair purchased her first investment property in 2007 at the young age of 23 and has picked up additional rental properties since then. In her first year rehabbing homes Attiyah has earned six-figures in profits and provided job opportunities for more than 15 people.

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In this episode of the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Ryan N Boyer. Ryan is the Business Manager for the Labors’ District Council of Phila and Vicinity, the Chairman of the Delaware River Port Authority, and President of the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists and Phila Building Trades.  He is extremely politically active. His Political Action committee is the number donor to black candidates in the state of PA and has been responsible for ushering dozens of politicians to victory. His three passions are the development of young entrepreneurs, the development community and spending time with his family.  Listen to this episode to learn how to develop your personal board of directors to achieve your goals.

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WIRE or The Women in Real Estate Summit 2017 brought to you by Better Than Success, is a one-day intensive real estate investing summit featuring a line-up of all star women real estate investors. On Oct 28th 2018 we held our first annual summit. We closed the event out with a live podcast interview of Ayesha Selden by the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy. Listen to pt 2 of the interview here!

Ayesha Selden is a private wealth advisor with a Fortune 500 company that is among the top 25 largest asset managers in the world. In 1998, while pursuing an Economics and Marketing degree at Temple University’s Fox School of Business, Ayesha was introduced to the financial services industry—via banking. She started her career with her firm in 2000 and has had various roles within her organization over the years, including financial advisor, district
manager and the first female African-American Field Vice President in the firm’s history.
Ayesha’s passion is disciplined investing. In addition to investments in equities, Ayesha primarily invests in real estate throughout the city of Philadelphia and suburbs. Following the housing crisis of 2008/2009, Ayesha added almost two dozen properties to her real estate
portfolio.

Ayesha serves as a board member on two organizations in Philadelphia. The first board she joined is Holy Redeemer Health System’s Drueding Center, which serves to break the cycle of poverty in homeless women and their children. Her second board, College Possible, helps Philadelphia high school students take the necessary steps to get accepted and then transition to college.

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WIRE or The Women in Real Estate Summit 2017 brought to you by Better Than Success, is a one-day intensive real estate investing summit featuring a line-up of all star women real estate investors. On Oct 28th 2018 we held our first annual summit. We closed the event out with a live podcast interview of Ayesha Selden by the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy. Listen to the interview here!

Ayesha Selden is a private wealth advisor with a Fortune 500 company that is among the top 25 largest asset managers in the world. In 1998, while pursuing an Economics and Marketing degree at Temple University’s Fox School of Business, Ayesha was introduced to the financial services industry—via banking. She started her career with her firm in 2000 and has had various roles within her organization over the years, including financial advisor, district
manager and the first female African-American Field Vice President in the firm’s history.
Ayesha’s passion is disciplined investing. In addition to investments in equities, Ayesha primarily invests in real estate throughout the city of Philadelphia and suburbs. Following the housing crisis of 2008/2009, Ayesha added almost two dozen properties to her real estate
portfolio.

Ayesha serves as a board member on two organizations in Philadelphia. The first board she joined is Holy Redeemer Health System’s Drueding Center, which serves to break the cycle of poverty in homeless women and their children. Her second board, College Possible, helps Philadelphia high school students take the necessary steps to get accepted and then transition to college.

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In episode 83 of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks Managing Customer and Client Expectations.  Listen to this episode to learn the top reasons why customer and client expectations are not met and the five top tips on managing customer expectations. 

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In ep #82 of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks How to Build a Million Dollar Mortgage Business in Few Short Years with Christian Best.

Christian Best, CEO of Magnum Opus Federal is an award-winning broker, recognized within his industry for exceptional expertise, strict ethical standards and delivering unmatched benefits to his clients.

During his earlier career Christian worked in correspondent lending where he broadened his knowledge and built a valuable network of associates. He later founded Magnum Opus as a vessel to his vision of pioneering innovative mortgage products that provide tailored residential financial solutions.

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In episode #81 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about the one rule in the sport of business.  We define the rule, how to avoid breaking it, and how to win in business by observing this rule.  We also talk about the 29 characteristics of being a hustler and how all hustlers break this rule, which is why they never see the permanent success that they strive to achieve.  Text 'btslinks81' to get all links for this episode.

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In episode 80 of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about how to identify & understand the seasons of any business to maximize profits.  There are 7 steps in achieving 6-figure income in your first year in business.  Knowing these steps and which season each of these steps fall in is key to your success.  Each season is similar to the seasons of the year: winter, spring, summer, and autumn. Successful and unsuccessful people view each season very differently. Knowing exactly what to do in each season will take any entrepreneur to higher heights.  Listen to this episode to learn how to maximize each season and make the most money possible.

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In episode #79 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talk with Business finance consultant Marcus Knuckles.

Business finance consultant, Marcus Knuckles is a managing member of BMP, “Biz Money Pro’s.” Located in Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Section, boutique commercial finance strategy firm, BMP helps its client base navigate the complex art and science of strategic debt acquisitions for increased productivity and a greater bottom line. With over 15 years of finance and credit experience Marcus also and BMP has helped Sweet Home Healthcare grow from start-up to $33m in gross revenue within four years, has helped Dwight Pitts, used car dealer take business from $70k/yr to $2.2m in gross revenue in 18 months, has helped Premiere Luxury Rentals with working capital and business debt restructure, has secured Quincy Harris (Q-Deezy)/Heirarchy Management with working capital strategy for media, and entertainment, and helped DJ Jazzy Jeff with working capital strategies for his business, to name a few. 

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On this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Alexis Miles. Alexis Miles is the owner of Tax Abatement Today and The Partnership Project! Tax Abatement Today is a real estate consulting company and The Partnership Project is an investment company that forms partnerships to revitalize urban communities. Alexis formed dozens of partnerships within the past year and collectively purchased over 4 acres of vacant land for a total value of 50 million dollars in planned development near the Temple Medical School neighborhood.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast your host, Nikki Purvy talks with a Branding Specialist.  Our Guest is an "Expert Professional Unemployee".  He specializes in digital branding and creative development for lifestyle, fashion, food, and entertainment.  He's had a successful career in nightlife as well as business consultancy. Justin is currently the creative director for TAA PR who works with clients such as Neiman Marcus, Shake Shack, Ritz-Carlton, Cirque Du Soleil, and STK to name a few. He works directly with BET Special Events Team, developing content for Black Girls Rock, BET Experience, BET Honors, and Leading Women Defined. 

He explains how branding can determine in a business is successful or a failure.  He talks about one element that can ensure your success.  Listen to this episode to learn how the pros brand.

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In this episode the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about the "BTS Golden Rule of Leadership".  She explains how to use this rule to accelerate the growth of your company, get all employees to align with the company's vision, determine when to replace people immediately, and how to avoid employee burnout. Also learn the biggest thing that 90% of people don't know about themselves.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Real Estate Mogul Frank McGovern.  This episode was recorded live on stage in front of an audience at the Better Than Success Real Estate Wholesaling Bootcamp.

Frank McGovern was born and raised in Philly. Frank is passionate about his family, real estate and sports. Very self-motivated and driven. Franks quotes that he is a Gemini so don't mess with him :) He is the Owner of Building Opportunities LLC, Frank Buys Philly LLC and Frank Flips Philly LLC. He does all things related to real estate including but not limited to wholesale, flip, rentals and develop. Frank went from not knowing what wholesaling was in 2009 and having very little money and no real estate background to owning a successful seven figure real estate business!

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In this Episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nikki Purvy interviews FBF Fitness founder Zakia Blain. 

Zakia Blain, started her fitness journey due to extreme illness…she was tired of LITERALLY being SICK and TIRED. One day she was working out in 90 degree heat, sweating and out of breath. Her workout partner screamed " FCK being FAT" at that very moment FCKbeingFAT was born. This was what Zakia and many other who are overweight felt, but may have not had the courage to say.  With no background in fitness, but plenty background is every fad diet and weight loss trick around, she simply wanted inspire others, while helping them lose weight the RIGHT WAY. Through hard work, dedication and consistency, FCKbeingFAT members have lost close to 100,000 lbs in four years without fad diets or pills. FCKbeingFAT uses social media to connect thousands of members from every corner of the world, who share ONE common goal, to live their best life without the excess weight that holds so many of us back from being truly happy. #TEAMFBF is a force to be reckoned with. Since staring FCKbeingFAT, Zakia has become a certified personal trainer, weight loss coach and entrepreneur, she is focused on spreading her love of life, fitness and health in a way that empowers everyone she comes in contact with to BE GREAT.

Zakia tells us her emotional journey of how she went from being a teacher to a fitness expert.  She shares how she build her business using social media. Listen to this episode now to learn how to use social media to scale your online retail business.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast Nicole Purvy interviews Justin Emery. Justin is the owner of New Media Studios, a complete internet multimedia productions studio. The company focuses on podcasting, internet radio, and YouTube videos. In just 2 short years he’s grown the business to reach over 100 countries and millions of youtube views. Listen as they discuss How to Start and Grow an International Podcasting Multimedia Company.

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In this episode of the better than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about "hustling backwards", what it means to "hustle backward" and how to avoid it.  She also talks about straight-line marketing vs backdoor marketing and lastly she talks about why all new entrepreneurs must "cook all the Green".  Listen to this episode to learn what all this means and how it can help you to grow a bigger stronger business.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about achieving a high level of business success while dealing with tragedies in your personal life.

Charles "Tank" Harris is a financial services professional and life restoration coach from Philadelphia. With services ranging from business succession, key man insurance and employee benefits, Charles has placed over $500 million in coverage during his 19 years in the insurance and financial services industry. He is a multi-year member of the Million Dollar Round Table, which recognizes the very best in the insurance industry.

Throughout this episode you'll hear how Charles has overcome several challenging situations to achieve success, encountered new challenges and bounced back to learn how to finally step into his true purpose.

Book mentioned this episode: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast host Nicole Purvy talks about Top Entrepreneurship Mistakes That Black Women Make. These mistakes can be made by anyone but are more likely to be made by this particular demographic. Some include: not trusting experts, getting frustrated too quickly, and not managing processes properly. Listen to this episode to learn what all of the mistakes are and why they happen. And most importantly, learn how to avoid them. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talk about her upcoming book "the AntiHUSTLE". We define "AntiHUSTLE" as the ability to work with God joyfully, steadily, patiently, methodically, and strategically to achieve ones purpose. We we share 3 of the 6 elements of the "the AntiHUSTLE" that you can use to to achieve your purpose in life. Listen to this episode to learn about how you can get a discount on the "AntiHUSTLE" the book today.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Real Estate lending specialist Marc Brown.

Marc Brown is the operations manager and one of the founders and  of Flip Funding, a hard money and commercial lending brokerage firm.  He has overseen the origination of over $40 million in loan transactions for real estate investors in the last 2 and a half years. The company has won Best of Philadelphia Hard Money Loans 2015 and 2016.  He can attribute is work ethic and discipline to his hobby as a fitness specialist and and workout junky.

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Josh Weidman is the chief investment officer of Turnkey Philly, LLC. Turnkey Philly is a full service real estate investment company, that provides turnkey investments for investors, private money investing and portfolio development services. Josh has a ton of experience in the industry as he wholesaled, flipped and managed thousands of properties since 2008.

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In this episode of the BTS podcast, Business Success Coach Nicole Purvy talks about the 3 Things That Hold Entrepreneurs Back From Success. After working with hundreds of entrepreneurs, Nicole shares her thoughts 

We also share some very big announcements about the Better Than Success Brand. 

This is a must listen episode!

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On this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast we Interview radio and television personality, Quincy Harris. Quincy Harris is a force to be reckoned with and has been in the entertainment business for over 15 years. His quick wit and honesty has made him a fan favorite in the radio industry. However, now you can catch Quincy on Philadelphia’s Fox 29 News as an entrainment correspondent bringing you the latest in national headlines, lifestyle trends, and community involvement.

In this episode, we will learn how Quincy Harris’ mindset of resilience got him to where he is today. Since he was a child he always knew that he wanted to be on television and he knew he would do anything to get there. While attending Temple University in 1997, he came up with a plan to sneak into Powerhouse, an annual concert produced by Philadelphia’s Power 99 radio station, where he met radio personality Colby Colb. Quincy knew that getting on the radio would ultimately lead to him being on television. Sneaking into Powerhouse and his determination eventually got him a volunteer job working for Power 99. Although it wasn’t a well-paying job he stuck it out. Quincy had other jobs during this time, but nothing ever seemed as right as being on the radio. In 2007 Quincy took a leap of faith, left Power 99’s morning show and moved to Los Angeles to work with Big Boy on his nationally syndicated show. This in turn, became the best time of his life. Because he was able to step out of his comfort zone and make lifetime relationships he would never forget. Around 2011, Quincy decided it was time for him to return to Philly with his newly made family. Upon moving back to Philly Quincy claimed his spot on Fox 29’s News. This transition prompted Quincy to change up his mindset. He has learned that in life there are some things you just have to do in order to reach your end game. And in order to do them all, it takes time and planning. So, he’s always planning ahead because time is too valuable to waste.

You can get to know more about Quincy Harris by going to QuincyHarris.com. You can also catch Quincy and his wife on his Facebook hosted talk show Dish Talk every Monday 7pm to 8pm https://www.facebook.com/QuincyHarrisTV

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, we define “hustle” and Nicole’s newly coined term “anti-hustle”.  She first explains the top reasons that hustling doesn’t lead to permanent success.  She then asks and answers why many people are fooled into believing that hustling is beneficial. She presents the idea of the "anti-hustle" and 4 things we need to get straight about it in order to take advantage of it. We also find that successful entrepreneurs use the principles of the anti-hustle to gain success in their industries.  We pinpoint which famous celebrities have found success through the anti-hustle.  And she delivers the top tips for success through the anti-hustle. There is a download at betterthansuccess.com/63

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In this episode of the 'Better Than Success' podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about 'Making Hard Decisions in Your Business'. She reveals big news about her business, some big take aways about the best selling book by Mark Schaffer "Known", the single best personality test all new entrepreneurs must take, and most importantly 2 big inside details about her new one-on-one premium coaching workshop.  No she is not selling the workshop on this episode, but rather giving two key lessons in the workshop that you must work on...for free. Listen to this episode to get the free lesson and the free download. 

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In this episode of the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy talks "How to Know When You Should Pivot in Your Business". She shares some behind the scenes events that have caused her to pivot in 3 areas of her business. Nicole also shares 3 tips to pivoting and 3 important questions you must ask yourself once you decide to pivot in your business.

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On episode 60 of the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with her mom and Social Media Specialist Ileane Smith about How to Grow Your Business Using YouTube Live.  Ileane Smith is a blogger, podcaster, YouTuber, and social media specialist.  She founded one of the most successful blogging websites in 2010, called Basic Blog Tips, and since then has seen much success in creative online tutorials and live streaming videos. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks with PA State Rep Jason Dawkins. We talks How to Grow Your Business by Influencing Change in Your Local Government with Jason Dawkins.

Born and bred in the Frankford neighborhood, State Representative Jason T Dawkinsis an expert on recreation-based development and community engagement. His most recent experience as senior legislative aide to Philadelphia City Councilwoman Maria Quiñones Sánchez led to the creation of impactful and transformative policy initiatives, including legislation to create a city land bank to streamline the sale and productive use of roughly 40,000 vacant properties in Philadelphia.

His legislative priorities include ensuring that all children have access to the best educational opportunities; public safety, especially for children; fighting poverty; job creation; improving transportation infrastructure; and properly funding mass transit.

Jason is active on several boards and executive committees, including the Northeast Neighborhood Advisory Committee, the Frankford Parks Friends Group, Northeast EPIC Stakeholders Group, the Boys & Girls United Council, the Frankford Chargers Advisory Council and Mastery-Smedley Charter School Turnaround team.Jason is currently studying international business through a dual admission program with Community College of Philadelphia and Temple University.

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On episode 58 of the Better Than success Podcast, Nicole Purvy talks How to Raise Large Amounts of Investment Capital for Your Startup Business with business consultant Robert Pedraza.

Robert Pedraza, is the founder and of NO Boundary LLC, a consulting firm advising startups and middle market businesses on strategy, corporate finance, sales, and marketing. He’s worked with numerous companies such as Altair Nano Technologies, a publicly traded company, where he took them from a $30 million valuation and a deficiency notice from NASDAQ to $1.4 billion and raised over $100 million from the most sophisticated investors on Wall Street. He studied finance and applied mathematics at Lehigh University on an entrepreneurial scholarship loves European football, and runs Spartan races, swimming, and skiing.

Here are some of the things we cover in this episode:

1. The 3 things you need to have prepared before you contact any venture capitalist or angel investor.
2. How to find the right investor for your business.
3. Robert's to 2 tips for any startup.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy talks with personal and professional development life coach Lucinda Cross. Lucinda Cross is a best-selling author, Award winning and internationally known speaker, spokesperson and energetic teacher of personal and professional development. In 2006, she started the brand Activate Your Life Today! and is the President of Activate WorldWide Inc. a leadership services firm that specializes in the delivery of personal and professional development enrichment programs. She has been featured a guest on shows from The Today Show to Dr. Oz and seen in publications such as Essence Magazine and Ebony Magazine.

In our interview with Lucinda Cross she drops some amazing jewels on how to Activate Your Life Now and how she helps amazing entrepreneurs such as yourself get started. She gets down to the nitty-gritty on how procrastination can be your ultimate downfall unless you learn how to master your mindset, so that your not just allowing life to happen. Lucinda has taken the world’s best kept secrets and helped them to gain exposure. She has assisted numerous Reality TV Stars with understanding how to maximize and monetize their rise to stardom. Lucinda instills in her clients two main principles utilizing 5 Pillars of Excellence:

Principles

1. Master Your Mindset
2. What is the Root of Your Business

Pillars

1. Faith
2. Family
3. Friends
4. Finances
5. Fitness

Lucinda uses her best practices such as workshops and mentoring to help her clients master goal setting and how to complete them through great time management, productivity, and communication skills. Annually on September 19th and 20th Lucinda hosts the Activate Conference where she brings fellow masterminds together to gather more fuel their engines. Each conference is NEVER THE SAME! This years theme is entitled “ All or Nothing,” and will be held at Howard University. Last years turn out was about 300 people. This year Lucinda hopes to keep things a bit more intimate, but is well aware that the attendees will be about 300 plus and she welcomes you all. She also has a free event coming up in May that will be hosted in New York City. Listen to this episode to find out how Lucinda built a business on the lifestyle she wanted to live by becoming her first client and mastering her mindset.

To learn more about Lucinda Cross and Activate Worldwide visit:

www.lucindacross.com

www.activateconference.com

And follow her on social media

Twitter: @Lucindaspeaks

IG: LucindaCross

FB: LucindaCrossSpeaks

Youtube: virtuallucinda

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks with Ian Walsh about  How to Secure and Properly Manage Hard Money Real Estate Loans with Ian Walsh.

Ian Walsh is the Owner of Hard Money Bankers, a Private Funding Real Estate Investing company based in PA. He and his company have been involved in more than 1,000 transactions to date. He has also built a Lucrative property management company and sold it to one of the most powerful families in Philadelphia. He hosts a popular Youtube web series called ‘Masters of the Market’ or MOM, where he interviews top real estate investors in the Philadelphia and south jersey area.

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In this episode of the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Yolanda Keels-Walker.

Yolanda Keels-Walker is an author and successful serial entrepreneur with a portfolio ranging from motivational speaker to salon owner to real estate developer. Yolanda is most known as the brains behind Business Babes, an online resource and business coaching organization of over 30,000 that helps budding female entrepreneurs manage their businesses and grow their circle of influence. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks with Sales expert Jabbar Fairweather about Sales Secrets to Becoming a Top Real Estate Wholesaler and How to Apply Them to Any Business.

VP of Sales Training at Better Than Success, Jabbar Fairweather has built a lucrative lifestyle for himself as a highly sought after Sales Professional and Sales Coach. He's sold hundreds of real estate deals, coached dozens of professionals to early retirement, and trained new business professionals in the art of Selling. Currently he averages 8 real estate deals per month while training and coaching other business owners and real estate professionals to do the same.

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In episode 53 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks How to Pay off Your Student Loan Debt and Position Your Business for Success with The Student Loan Doctor, Sonia Lewis.

CEO of The Student Loan Doctor LLC, Author and Speaker Sonia Lewis, CEO of The Student Loan Doctor LLC is the people’s advocate for overcoming their own student loan debt. Sonia has over 7 years of practical higher education and financial aid experience. Sonia is currently working on her dissertation within her doctoral program. Her programmatic focus is on adult education from Walden University. Peers recognize Sonia as an expert in all matters concerning student loan debt prevention and repayment. Sonia released her workbook “Success Guide- Student Loan Debt Repayment” this year to be a supplement to support her coaching business. This tangible guide is a 12 month workbook used to examine the budget, provide techniques of repayment and strategic forms for student loan repayment success. Sonia is an expert speaker across all audiences regardless of age. She has been invited to speak at different platforms such as: The White House Briefing on Advancing Equity for Women and Girls of Color, Temple University, Harcum College, Stepping Stones Scholars Program, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Delta Gems workshop, Philadelphia College Prep Roundtable, a host of first home buyers workshops, a host of non-profits seminars for both employees and clients and other institutions of education.

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On this episode the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy talks how to How to Acquire, Dispose or Partner with Any Small Business with Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success, Brian Harvey.

Business Success Coach and Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success Brian Harvey is a graduate of Temple University’s Fox School of Business, an MBA graduate of Penn State’s Smeal College of Business, and program participant at the Wharton School Small Business Development Center. He also holds a Certificate of Professional Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a Brand Management Coach of the Institute of the Study of Business Markets.   He has excelled as an entrepreneur, owning businesses such as Serving Safety, a food sanitation program, Platinum Landscaping a local landscaping business, and Harvey Auto detail, a car detail service to name a few. He has also excelled in the corporate world, holding many esteemed positions such as Recruiting Operations Manager for a Fortune 500 company and Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success.

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On this episode of the Better than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy introduces the new Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success, Brian Harvey.

Business Success Coach and Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success Brian Harvey is a graduate of Temple University’s Fox School of Business, an MBA graduate of Penn State’s Smeal College of Business, and program participant at the Wharton School Small Business Development Center. He also holds a Certificate of Professional Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a Brand Management Coach of the Institute of the Study of Business Markets.   He has excelled as an entrepreneur, owning businesses such as Serving Safety, a food sanitation program, Platinum Landscaping a local landscaping business, and Harvey Auto detail, a car detail service to name a few. He has also excelled in the corporate world, holding many esteemed positions such as Recruiting Operations Manager for a Fortune 500 company and Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success.

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In episode 50 of the BTS podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Lisa Duhart-Collins about strategies to get news coverage for small businesses. 

Communications Consultant Lisa Duhart-Collins specializes in strategic planning and placement of broadcast, print, and outdoor media. She’s also a seasoned public speaker, proposal and grant writer, and event planner for large-scale events. She currently serves as President and CEO of Creative Focus Media, Inc. Under her leadership her company has worked with top clients such as The Barnes Foundation, Comcast, IBM, Pennsylvania State Senator Vincent Hughes, and the African American Museum, to name a few.

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On episode 49 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews serial entrepreneur Rhonesha Howerton.

Rhonesha Howerton, wears several hats in the entrepreneur lifestyle. She currently serves as the Owner and CEO of Credit Medics, LLC, Co-Founder of Go Get Crowned nonprofit organization for women empowerment and Co-Owner of ‘Get Well Urgent Care’ medical facility. Rhonesha is a certified Credit Counselor and has also studied business and entrepreneur management at Wharton School of Business. Howerton has helped thousands of clients find their way to financial freedom. Her knowledge and guidance has helped clients restore their credit, build credit, establish business credit, enhance their overall credit scores and credit profiles substantially. Rhonesha has also assisted hundreds of clients in becoming first time homebuyers and have also gotten clients access to working capital from various lenders, banks and financial institutions. Rhonesha takes pride in educating her community and the people around her so that they will become independent and financially secure. In her spare time she enjoys teaching youth workshops on credit, budgeting, investing, real estate, creating residual income, entrepreneurship and finances.

Listen to this episode to learn How ANYONE Can Improve Their Credit Score to Get Funding and Build the Business of Their Dreams.

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48: Best Entrepreneurship advice of 2016

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On this episode our host Nicole Purvy talks with Nehemiah Davis.

Nehemiah Davis is a Award winning, Author, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist from Philadelphia. Nehemiah has dedicated his life to serving others.  To date his organization has served over 40,000 people & he has started multiple businesses.

In this episode we talk about the biggest cheat to be successful in business, how to travel to 37 countries, and how Nehemiah went from being fired from 10 jobs to being an award winning entrepreneur.

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In this episode host Nicole Purvy interviews real estate investor, Vince Stars. Vince Stars is an entrepreneur, investor, mentor.  As a child watching his family deal with foreclosure, bankruptcy, arguments, and his father working 16 hours a day, Vince saw that working a job would never put him ahead. He took on his path as an entrepreneur in real estate investing and within his first year at the age of 17 cleared six figures in profit.  Vince has made it a personal goal to mentor, motivate & inspire as many individuals as he can to reach their fullest potentials, accomplished their respective goals & live the lives they've always dreamed of. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about achieving a high level of business success while dealing with tragedies in your personal life.

Charles "Tank" Harris is a financial services professional and life restoration coach from Philadelphia. With services ranging from business succession, key man insurance and employee benefits, Charles has placed over $500 million in coverage during his 19 years in the insurance and financial services industry. He is a multi-year member of the Million Dollar Round Table, which recognizes the very best in the insurance industry.

Throughout this episode you'll hear how Charles has overcome several challenging situations to achieve success, encountered new challenges and bounced back to learn how to finally step into his true purpose.

Book mentioned this episode: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

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In this episode of the podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks money with Khalil Marcano. 

Khalil Marcano is a financial coach and entrepreneur.  He educates hundreds of people a year on how to become debt free and financially independent while simultaneously developing and training an organization of licensed professionals to do the same. While educating families, Marcano represents some of the most respected companies in the industry such as PFS, Lincoln Financial, Voya, Equifax etc. With his passion and knowledge, in the years to come Khalil will help thousands become financially free.  

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks how to Use Real Estate to Create the Life of Your Dreams with No Money and No Credit with Real Estate Mogul Don Jacobs.  Don is a Real estate Investor and founder of House Jerk, a national real estate club that teaches people how to invest in real estate with no money and no credit.  He's an ex-professional basketball player and has been in the real estate game for 26 years. In this episode he tells us how he survived the real estate bubble of 2008, his top business tricks that has allowed him to stay in the game for over 26 years, amongst many more business tips.  

visit House Jerk here at Betterthansuccess.com/HouseJerk

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In this episode, host Nicole Purvy talks the Top 4 Myths about Having a Mentor.  The myths include

My business or idea ready for a coach yet, Business Coaching doesn’t work. Coaching won’t work for me and my business…my work is too complex , and I don’t need a coach. I know what to do. I just have to actually take the time to do it.

We debunk each myth and Nicole also shares where you can learn the single everyday word that automatically forces a plan to work.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about "How to Turn Any Failure or Weakness into Success".  We discuss the exact formula to turn failure into success.  This formula features a secrets of questions that are available in our accompanying download. Nicole calls these series of questions the most powerful tool you can ever use.  Listen to this episode to learn how to turn any failure or weakness into Success.

download the workbook at betterthansuccess.com/41

text MYSUCCESS to 44222 to get access to the limited time Entrepreneur Success Workshop 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about "How to Get Good at Public Speaking Really Quickly".
In this episode I also cover:

1. Why Public Speaking is important to growing your business.
2. Tips to Get Good Really quickly.
3. And my cheat for speaking publicly that can will overcome nervousness or jitters.

Public speaking is one of the biggest phobias in the world, and I give you a tips to over come any self doubt or phobias. Listen now to get good at public speaking really quickly. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks “How to Use Systems to Make a Fortune in Your Business”.  We first cover why systems are important for your business, how to actually build systems, and the top tips on making effective systems. 

Download the guide at betterthansuccess.com/39

RSVP to Attend the event in Atlanta at betterthansuccess.com/marta

Subcribe to the youtube channel at betterthansuccess.com/youtube

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about Mindset Change. We developed the ‘Mindset Mastery Matrix’ which can be downloaded at betterthansuccess.com/38. In This episode we also define “mindset”. We talk ‘Nicole’s 4 observations about mindset”, “How to tell if you need a mindset change”, and “How to intentionally change your mindset”.

Download the Freebie at http://betterthansuccess.com/38

Register fort he webinar at http://Betterthansuccess.com/salesformula

Download “The BTS Small Business Owner Assessment’ at
http://betterthansuccess.com/assessment

Get on the waitlist for MySuccessProject at mysuccessproject.com

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On episode #37 of the Better Than Success Podcast, Host Nicole Purvy talks about the Better Than Success Sales Equation.  This equation will help you to impact your sales goals immediately and effectively.  List n to this episode to grow your sales. 

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Better Than Success host and Business Success Coach Nicole Purvy, gives you her BTS Small Business Owner Health Assessment.  This assessment will help you to see how well you understand your business and where you can improve.  The assessment focuses on nine area of business that most entrepreneurs overlook. Download this assessment and see where you are proficient and what areas you should be looking to grow.

download the assessment at betterthansuccess.com/assessment

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In this episode, Business Success Coach and host Nicole Purvy talks about 3 business failures and what she's learned from them.  Each failure has a lesson in it and should be embraced as such. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks about how she turned failed relationship experiences into business success. She talks about 3 specific relationship experiences and what she learned form them. Listen now and learn how you can turn lemons into lemonade. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with Financial Coach Ashley Fox about Life, Money, and Success.

A former Wall Street analyst is now an expert in her field as a personal financial coach, and a writer for Black Enterprise Magazine. She is also the founder of Empify, an education-based organization created to help assist working professionals, small business owners and the youth with basic financial education and resources. Ashley is a highly-sought after speaker and has been featured on empowerment tours, college campuses, keynote speaking. Her expertise has earned her the position of Co-Chair of the Fiscal Responsibility committee for the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and she has graced the cover of Business & Finance Magazine. She has been featured on Jim Cramer’s “The Street", Yahoo Finance, AOL, Philly.com, Huffington Post, and Glamour Magazine.

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In this episode, your host Nikki Purvy talks about the Top 3 Symptoms That Your Business Is Failing.  These 3 Symptoms can be avoided in our new course "My Success Project" launching November 1.  Sign up at betterthansuccess.com/mysuccessproject

The Success Project is a 3-month course designed by Better Than Success that will aid small businesses, entrepreneurs, and key members of small teams to take their businesses to the next level of success. Through the experience of working as Business Consultants and Business Development Experts with hundreds of small businesses, the Better Than Success Team, noticed that most small business struggles stem from leadership’s lack of properly planning the business for scale from day one. This leads to a rocky foundation, which has fatal symptoms such as

• financial instability,
• personnel dysfunction, and
• customer/client scarcity.

Our Success Project course is a framework designed around designing your business for scale from day 1 or reprogramming the business and the mindset of key members to lay the foundation for having a successful, scaled business.

The course consists of

• Weekly online curriculum (lessons),
• Interactive workbooks and exercises and
• An online community
• VIP Weekly Support coaching calls

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Kyree Terrell is the founder and CEO of MyNewPhilly.com, award winning director, editor and published content creator. He’s worked on projects for Comcast, Fuse TV, philly.com, Food Network, Kevin hart, Shaquille O’neal, Lisa Lampanelli, Tom Joyner, Mike Tyson, Don King, Black Enterprise plus much more.

In 2015, Kyree decided he HAD to launch an idea that he'd been holding onto for 2-3 years - that idea was MyNEWPhilly.com 

MyNEWPhilly.com is a news media website that uses short-form video content and social media to highlight people places and projects that make Philadelphia a great place to live, work, play and visit. MyNewPhilly is the visual representation of the current millennial renaissance in Philadelphia yet Unlike traditional news the site does not cover crime or violence.

MyNewPhilly has been featured in the Phila Business Journal, FYI Philly, Visions, the Philadelphia Metro, and Philly Current

Learn how Kyree built a respected large scale news site in less than a year.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about the Top 7 Characteristics to Look for When Hiring & Staffing Your Company.  Before we go in to these characteristics we first debunk a few myths about the hiring process. Learn what are the characteristics that most employers erroneously place importance on. Learn what little known things each new company should look for when hiring employees.  Also learn what the 'Better Than Success' test of character is. Listen to this episode to prepare your business to hire the best team possible.

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In this episode of the Better than Success Podcast, host Nikki Purvy talks 5 Tricks to Leading a Successful Team.  The tips include:

1. Understand that the success of the team, both individually and collectively is your responsibility as leader,
2. Be intentional about team building,
3. Be slow to hire and quick to fire,
4. Always protect your team, and...
5. Listen to this episode now to get trick #5 and plus 2 more bonus tips

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In this Episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nikki Purvy interviews FBF Fitness founder Zakia Blain. 

Zakia Blain, started her fitness journey due to extreme illness…she was tired of LITERALLY being SICK and TIRED. One day she was working out in 90 degree heat, sweating and out of breath. Her workout partner screamed " FCK being FAT" at that very moment FCKbeingFAT was born. This was what Zakia and many other who are overweight felt, but may have not had the courage to say.  With no background in fitness, but plenty background is every fad diet and weight loss trick around, she simply wanted inspire others, while helping them lose weight the RIGHT WAY. Through hard work, dedication and consistency, FCKbeingFAT members have lost close to 100,000 lbs in four years without fad diets or pills. FCKbeingFAT uses social media to connect thousands of members from every corner of the world, who share ONE common goal, to live their best life without the excess weight that holds so many of us back from being truly happy. #TEAMFBF is a force to be reckoned with. Since staring FCKbeingFAT, Zakia has become a certified personal trainer, weight loss coach and entrepreneur, she is focused on spreading her love of life, fitness and health in a way that empowers everyone she comes in contact with to BE GREAT.

Zakia tells us her emotional journey of how she went from being a teacher to a fitness expert.  She shares how she build her business using social media. Listen to this episode now to learn how to use social media to scale your online retail business.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast host Nikki Purvy talks "How Philanthropy Can Help You to Scale Your Business Quickly". If you plan to scale your business you must have a philanthropic plan in place because:

• It gives your business a greater purpose
• It shows that you don’t hoard money. Ifs free flowing in your hands so the money can free flow back into your hands
• Its PR
• It puts your business in front of people who would otherwise not even communicate with
• Do good for other people

Rules to running your company’s philanthropic efforts

• Pick a cause that you are passionate about
• You can start your own entity or you can donate time and/or money to a nonprofit of your choice
• Put it into your schedule or budget regularly
• Remember to give in silence. There may be times when you want to advertise what you are doing but your you have to give in sile;nce

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In episode #26 of the Better than Success Podcast, host Nikki Purvy talks with entrepreneur Nina Keyes and Business Coach Kiarra Solomon about tips for hiring employees to Scale Your Business.  Each of the guests and  the host gives the top 3 tips for hiring employees. Learn Nikki Purvy's secret hack for managing a great team. Listen and learn how to hire the right team to scale your business now!

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In this episode we talk with best selling author and business coach Andreas Jones about his 7 step process to business success.

Andreas is the leading authority on small business growth and profitability, #1 International Bestselling author, coach, speaker, consultant and trainer and army combat veteran.

Service in the US Army forged Andreas’s character. It tested him, tested his endurance, faith, and internal fortitude. He describes it as “a trial by fire” and remains profoundly grateful for it.

When he finally left the Army he did so with an astute understanding of self-ownership, implementing a vision, and the value in establishing trust and reputation. Jones applied all that he had learned serving his country to a series of jobs, including that of a VP at Sun Trust Bank. Each of his positions have endowed him with the type of knowledge required to start his own business and to provide a workable schematic for others to follow.

Andreas has taken his hard-won Army lessons into the world of business, continuing to learn new skills and insight.Each fresh challenge, project or position has helped him grow into the successful individual he is today.

In his coaching and speaking, he spotlights core concepts of leadership, integrity, and discipline. He prepares people to use these traits to execute their ideas and goals with excellence and precision. Andreas inspires his clients to live lives of significance and build legacies of influence.

Links

betterthansuccess.com/25

www.twitter.com/CombatBizCoach

http://www.combatbusinesscoaching.com/

https://www.facebook.com/CombatBusinessCoaching%20/

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Nikki Purvy, Business Consultant and Web Design and Digital Marketing Specialist talks about ways and specific actionable tips to scale your business. Be sure to start by listening to episode 21 of the Better Than Success Podcast.

BetterthanSuccess.com/calculateit

betterthansuccess.com/2016/01/21/how-to-create-your-company-manual/

4 Ways to Scale Your Business

1. Increase your per hour charge
2. Simplify your product offerings
3. Start a certification of training program
4. Create a subscription service rather than charge a one-time fee...

5 Tips to Scale Your Business

1. Think Big and Act Bold
2. Evaluate Financing Options

3. Work on the Business and Not in It

   1. Create systems and processes for day-to-day activities and delegate those.
   2. Planning & Strategizing
   3. Networking
   4. Improving the business and systems
   5. Create company Manuals
      1. Use your time management system and personal techniques as your starting point. What are the things you will do today? Are any of them recurring tasks? For example, will you send out a customer email blast? Will you check your ecommerce solution emails for new orders that need to be shipped? Will you update your inventory? Will you place an order for new products? All of the tasks that you do need to be documented.
      2. Aim to begin by documenting just three to five tasks each day.
         If you do a lot, or all of it, I would suggest that you start with the easiest and most recurring tasks. Write down all of the things you think you do to complete that task before you do it. While you’re completing the task, document anything you may need to do to troubleshoot or, in the event that a problem arises, the steps that should be taken to resolve it. Once it is completed, you review the steps, and edit if necessary. Now place the task in your binder. This is the very first standard operating procedure. Be sure to include any, and all, pertinent information. For example, if you need to login somewhere be sure to include logins. If it’s a task that needs to be done, such as an inventory check, be sure to identify where the inventory checklists are kept, either digitally or as a hard copy. If you want to get fancy you can create a header and footer or add other design elements to your document.

4. Repeat this process every day
   You should document at least three to five of your tasks everyday. It may seem like a lot a first, but once you get started, you’ll see you only need to set aside a few minutes to get the job done. Once you’ve completed the steps that are related to your position, move onto any employees or assistants you may have.

5. Review your procedures weekly
   At the end of the week, review each new procedure that’s been added and check to be sure that they are in the appropriate section. You’ll want to do this until you’ve completed the manual. Keep a list of things you think to add or notice are missing. This way you’ll be able to track your progress effectively.

6. Divide your processes into sections
   The easiest way to organize your company manual is by dividing it into sections. These sections should be based on the products and services that you provide. While there are some general sections that every business will want to include at some point, not all sections are applicable to all businesses. A clothing boutique may want to include their inventory, website, email marketing, coupons and promotions, social media, photo-shoots, and customer service. A business that needs to renew certifications or licenses annually should include that as well as their other processes in the manual. As your business grows and changes, you can add processes and sections as needed.

7. Stash Your extra Cash

8. Be prepared – Be proactive

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In episode 23 of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy talks about how to tell if your business is a multimillion dollar business in the making.  Is it scalable? We talk about the 1 simple trivial thing that will determine how scalable your business is.  We also give you specific steps to improve this single thing. We move into exploring why your "why" or your motivation will determine if your business is scalable or not.  Specific answers to the question "what is your why" will determine if your business is scalable or not.  We go through these answers and you can rate your response. We then move into operating leverage. What is operating leverage and how it fits into the equation of scaling your business? Nikki gives an example of what operating leverage is so that anyone can understand it.  We also talk about scaling your processes using checklists.  Learn what "Qualitative variable products or services" vs "Homogenous products or services" are.  What type of product or service do you have? And how does determining this effect how scalable your business is?

Show notes at Betterthansuccess.com/23

Get the upgradable download at bettethansuccess.com/scaleblueprint

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In episode #22 of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy talks with photographer Jasen Hudson about how to get into the 'Scale' Mindset.  Jasen is a professional photographer who has worked with top clients such as Ralph Lauren, Bloomingdales, Live Nation, TD Bank, iHeart Radio, TNT, Red Bull, Anthropology, and The Discovery Channel.  He has also photographed top stars such as Nicki Minaj, Justin Beiber, and Jill Scott to name a few. Jasen has successfully scaled his photography business where he doesn't have to always physically work to make money. His for-hire studio, talents, and systems have allowed him to grow his business to a point where he is scaled for success. Listen now and learn what amazing tip Jasen offered our host that left her speechless.

Learn More about Jasen Hudson at http://www.jasenhudson.com/ 

and http://www.10two5.com/

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In episode 21 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nikki Purvy talks "Why you need to understand the importance of scaling your business: Success Code Minicourse Overview"

A lot of entrepreneurs come to us for business advice or digital media help and I find that a very common theme that small business owners and new entrepreneurs struggle with is

• They don’t have a complete vision for their business...
• They don’t focus on the right aspects of the business that will lead them to success...
• They think too small

Scale - In financial markets, scalability refers to financial institutions' ability to handle increased demands; in the corporate environment, a scalable company is one that can maintain or improve profit margins while sales volume increases.

Always Start with the end in mind.

Over the next couple of months, I’m going to put you through a mini course called Success Code that will help will help you. It will feature a closed Facebook group and downloads.

Who this MiniCourse is for...

• New entrepreneur who doesn’t have a vision
• 1-3 year entrepreneur and small business team member who is doing well but trying to get over the hump
• Seasoned vet who is just stuck in a rut

This MiniCourse is not for you:

• If you want someone to give you an exact model.
• If you need inspiration to just start your business. Because I’m not telling you that you need to be an entrepreneur. This is for the small business team member. All of you...
• If you want to get something for nothing...

What to expect:

Bette Than Success is all about teaching you how to teach yourself. So I’m going to offer you a framework through lessons that you have to apply yourself. I’m essentially going to teach you how to think so you can go off and learn yourself.

Expect homework. I’m not the “be all end all”. We don’t know everything but I know where to find things. So I will tell you where to find them/

I’m going to bring in people and experts to help talk about certain topics as it pertains to Scale.

Some of the downloads will be free. Some will be $5. Some will be $50. Depending on how intense.

Keep in mind that one out of 10 startups succeed in the first 2 years. 90% of startups fail.

5 steps to Scale: S.C.A.L.E

See it – Vision

Calculate it – Math behind the vision

Aim – Plan

Lay it out – Strategy

Execute

Get the Calculate It. Workbook and Spreadsheet at

Betterthansuccess.com/calculateit

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In episode #20 of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy talks about the best money principles that will help your business. Understanding these financial principles will determine if your business succeeds or fails.  These values represent 50% of the factors that determine the success of you and your business. In this episode, we cover things such as profit margin, ROI, proper banking, cost of goods sold, budgeting, business, credit, and the priority of your personal salary.  We break each term down so that anyone can understand them.  You don't need to be a financial professional to comprehend the content here but you do need to understand the importance of the content to succeed. Visit betterthansuccess.com/19 to get the full show notes. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, we sit down with Lidyr Creative's and Better Than Success' VP of Business Development Kiarra Solomon to talk email marketing techniques. With extensive experience in non-profit and government planning and funding, Kiarra helps Lidyr clients identify and obtain access to streams of capital, resources, and relationships necessary for successful business growth. Some of the topics we cover include.

• Email Marketing Mindset
• "From Name"
• A/b Split Testing
• Subject Lines
• Image Usage
• Body Copy
• Call To Cation Rules

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nikki Purvy talks about quick tips for copywriting for social media CTAs, ads, landing pages and email marketing.  We talk about the most persuasive word in the English language and how to use it. Learn the formula for writing effective sales copy that convert.  Get the foundational mindset that every business owner needs to write ads the get people to buy.  Listen now and become a better salesperson. 

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nikki Purvy talks about Why a Strong Email List Is the 2nd Most Valuable Form of Capital in Your Business.

We will discuss

• why email marketing is essential for your business
• what tools you will need to grow your list
• what tools you will need to manage your list
• 2 simple email marketing strategies to help jump start your email marketing campaign

The 2 main tools your will need are Aweber and Leadpages...

sign up for aweber at betterthansuccess.com/aweber

sign up for Leadpages at betterthansuccess.com/leadpages

Check out our show notes at betterthansuccess.com/17

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Nina Keyes is the Founder and CEO of The Philly Cheesesteak Tour. The Philly Cheesesteak Tour is a sightseeing food tour that highlights Philly Culture, Philly History and most importantly, the world famous Philly Cheesesteak. Nina is a full-time teacher and mother by day and tourism and hospitality specialist by night.  

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nina Keyes shares how she successfully launched a sightseeing food tour while excelling at her 9-5 and being a full-time single mother.  She shares what research she did to launch a large-scale business and what it took to get the business off the ground.  She also settles the long time debate over who has the best cheesesteak in Philly. 

She shares her secret to success and she also gives tips on being a good mother while following her dreams. We talk what "job security" really means and how it affects all entrepreneurs and employees. Nina explains what experience prepared her for running her first startup.  Listen now to learn how a single mother jumpstarted her first large scale startup while raising children & working a 9-to-5.

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In episode #15 of the Better Than Success Podcast your host, Nikki Purvy talks with a Branding Specialist.  Our Guest is an "Expert Professional Unemployee".  He specializes in digital branding and creative development for lifestyle, fashion, food, and entertainment.  He's had a successful career in nightlife as well as business consultancy. Justin is currently the creative director for TAA PR who works with clients such as Neiman Marcus, Shake Shack, Ritz-Carlton, Cirque Du Soleil, and STK to name a few. He works directly with BET Special Events Team, developing content for Black Girls Rock, BET Experience, BET Honors, and Leading Women Defined. 

He explains how branding can determine in a business is successful or a failure.  He talks about one element that can ensure your success.  Listen to this episode to learn how the pros brand.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success, your host Nikki Purvy talks with Forrsmith Logistics founder Darnell Smith about why every new business owner and new entrepreneur should focus on running one new business at a time.

There is a free download with this episode at betterthansuccess.com/whatsmybusiness

Darnell Smith is the Founder and President of Forrsmith Logistics. Forrmsith Logistics is a northeast corridor asset based logistics provider specializing in refrigerated, dryvan, and intermodal logistics. They haul for large and small businesses such as Poland Spring and Nestle Water, Target, Maersk, Penske logistics, and A. Duie Pyle to name a few. In you live in NE then chances are they’ve shipped fruit, produce, and Shrimp to your local supermarket and grocery store. Last year Forrsmith generated $5 million in revenue.

The discussion around this episode was based on the response that we got from an article written on the website titled "3 Reasons Why Every New Entrepreneur Should Focus on Running ONLY One Business at a Time". Darnell contributes his views about running more than one startup business based on real life experience. At one time he was running 4 business at one time. We talk about the 2 types of startup business owners, "The Boss" and "The Driver". Learn what characteristics define each type and learn what type you are. Darnell accounts some real-life business stories to argue the case for why every new entrepreneur should wait at least 5 years before starting a new business.

If you are looking to focus on one business download this FREE workbook "How to help you choose the right business for you" at

betterthansuccess.com/whatsmybusiness

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On this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast we Interview radio and television personality, Quincy Harris. Quincy Harris is a force to be reckoned with and has been in the entertainment business for over 15 years. His quick wit and honesty has made him a fan favorite in the radio industry. However, now you can catch Quincy on Philadelphia’s Fox 29 News as an entrainment correspondent bringing you the latest in national headlines, lifestyle trends, and community involvement.

In this episode, we will learn how Quincy Harris’ mindset of resiliance got him to where he is today. Since he was a child he always knew that he wanted to be on television and he knew he would do anything to get there. While attending Temple University in 1997, he came up with a plan to sneak into Powerhouse, an annual concert produced by Philadelphia’s Power 99 radio station, where he met radio personality Colby Colb. Quincy knew that getting on the radio would ultimately lead to him being on television. Sneaking into Powerhouse and his determination eventually got him a volunteer job working for Power 99. Although it wasn’t a well-paying job he stuck it out. Quincy had other jobs during this time, but nothing ever seemed as right as being on the radio. In 2007 Quincy took a leap of faith, left Power 99’s morning show and moved to Los Angeles to work with Big Boy on his nationally syndicated show. This in turn, became the best time of his life. Because he was able to step out of his comfort zone and make lifetime relationships he would never forget. Around 2011, Quincy decided it was time for him to return to Philly with his newly made family. Upon moving back to Philly Quincy claimed his spot on Fox 29’s News. This transition prompted Quincy to change up his mindset. He has learned that in life there are some things you just have to do in order to reach your end game. And in order to do them all, it takes time and planning. So, he’s always planning ahead because time is too valuable to waste.

You can get to know more about Quincy Harris by going to QuincyHarris.com. You can also catch Quincy and his wife on his Facebook hosted talk show Dish Talk every Monday 7pm to 8pm https://www.facebook.com/QuincyHarrisTV

Quincy can also be followed on Instagram @allmediaq

and Twitter @allmediaq

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nikki Purvy interviews Real Estate Mogul Jay Morrison. Jay Morrison, also known as "Mr. Real Estate", is a successful real estate developer, celebrity realtor, author, TV personality, entrepreneur and social activist. Jay is the CEO and founder of the Jay Morrison Brand which is the parent company to Jay Morrison Real Estate Partners, a real estate consulting firm and the Jay Morrison Academy, an online real estate investor's school and mentorship program. Despite being a high school dropout, an at-risk youth, and three-time felon, Jay made a major life transformation for the better over a decade ago that not only made him a millionaire before the age of 30 but also propelled him into the national spotlight. Throughout his ever growing career, Jay Morrison has worked with a number of athletes, reality stars, and entertainers. He has also been a viewer favorite on many hit shows featured on NBC as well highly notarized stations from CNN to BET.

During our interview with Jay Morrison we learn the true meaning of “Started from the bottom.” Before Jay became “Mr. Real Estate,” he found himself constantly going down hill. He started his career as a drug dealer at the age of 15. And two years later, at the age of 17 he had developed his own business as a drug trafficker. Age the age of 18 while living in Baltimore, Maryland, Jay Morrison met a mentor that taught him the value of the concept of supply and demand. It was a simple concept but it stayed with him until this day. At the time, he was still selling drugs and ended up in jail not too long after. But, it planted a seed in him to enter the world of real estate. After being in out of jail until the age of 22, Jay Morrison met another mentor, a Preacher. This preacher helped him to get his first job in real estate as a loan officer at a mortgage company. However, it didn’t last long. Things kind of fizzled out and it was back to hustling. Approaching the age of 25 he began to question his life and wondered where he would be at the age of 30. The only reality he could see for himself was, being in jail or dead. At that point, he knew it was time for a change. Because of this, Jay now lives by what he calls the 4 E’s.

1. EVALUATE your life every day
2. ELIMINATE all the bad people, places, and things around you
3. EVOLVE into a new you
4. EXECUTE living a new you

Learning to live by his new rules, he realized that he’s never put all of his energy into anything except for selling drugs. At that moment, he said to himself “are you a drug dealer or hustler?” Being able to distinguish the two he was able to get back into the real estate game. And, from that moment he walked away from the drug game and he hasn’t looked back. Jay Morrison went on to get his real estate license and mortgage license. And, within a few years he owned several properties and began gaining national recognition. You catch Jay Morrison on your local and cable networks and even featured on Power 105’s The Breakfast Club. Jay currently has a very successful online real estate school where he has taught over 5,000 students about Real Estate.

Learn More about Jay Morrison at:

JayMorrison.net

DaywithJay.com

He also teaches lessons on real estate. You can find out more about that by going to JayMorrisonAcademy.com where he even offers free courses.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy talks with personal and professional development life coach Lucinda Cross. Lucinda Cross is a best-selling author, Award winning and internationally known speaker, spokesperson and energetic teacher of personal and professional development. In 2006, she started the brand Activate Your Life Today! and is the President of Activate WorldWide Inc. a leadership services firm that specializes in the delivery of personal and professional development enrichment programs. She has been featured a guest on shows from The Today Show to Dr. Oz and seen in publications such as Essence Magazine and Ebony Magazine.

In our interview with Lucinda Cross she drops some amazing jewels on how to Activate Your Life Now and how she helps amazing entrepreneurs such as yourself get started. She gets down to the nitty-gritty on how procrastination can be your ultimate downfall unless you learn how to master your mindset, so that your not just allowing life to happen. Lucinda has taken the world’s best kept secrets and helped them to gain exposure. She has assisted numerous Reality TV Stars with understanding how to maximize and monetize their rise to stardom. Lucinda instills in her clients two main principles utilizing 5 Pillars of Excellence:

Principles

1. Master Your Mindset
2. What is the Root of Your Business

Pillars

1. Faith
2. Family
3. Friends
4. Finances
5. Fitness

Lucinda uses her best practices such as workshops and mentoring to help her clients master goal setting and how to complete them through great time management, productivity, and communication skills. Annually on September 19th and 20th Lucinda hosts the Activate Conference where she brings fellow masterminds together to gather more fuel their engines. Each conference is NEVER THE SAME! This years theme is entitled “ All or Nothing,” and will be held at Howard University. Last years turn out was about 300 people. This year Lucinda hopes to keep things a bit more intimate, but is well aware that the attendees will be about 300 plus and she welcomes you all. She also has a free event coming up in May that will be hosted in New York City. Listen to this episode to find out how Lucinda built a business on the lifestyle she wanted to live by becoming her first client and mastering her mindset.

To learn more about Lucinda Cross and Activate Worldwide visit:

www.lucindacross.com

www.activateconference.com

And follow her on social media

Twitter: @Lucindaspeaks

IG: LucindaCross

FB: LucindaCrossSpeaks

Youtube: virtuallucinda

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nikki Purvy talks with fashion mogul Tiffany Williams. Tiffany Williams is the creator and owner of the luxury streetwear brand Bellargo Piarge which means “fashion is life”. In March 2004 beginning with just a t-shirt line Bellargo Piarge was launched in Philadelphia , Pa from the trunk of her vehicle. Today, Bellargo Piarge has taken over the fashion & entertainment industry. Spotted on influencers from Meek Mill, Karen Civil to Nicki Minaj, just to name a few; as well as placed in the motion picture “Brotherly Love” and various indie films and music videos. Tiffany Williams has overseen every aspect of her business. She has hosted countless pop up eventsat her boutique, spoke on numerous panels and gives back to the community. And now she has her very own “Bellargo University” which allows her to educate individuals about owning or starting a business.

In our interview, Tiffany tells the story of how she taught herself the ins and outs of the fashion industry with no formal training. She gives us her top success habits and talks about how she manages her time. Her newest venture, Bellargo University, gives other entrepreneurs access to her business acumen, through coaching and events. One of Tiffany's biggest success strategies is networking. Her skills in networking has allowed her to get her brand on celebrities regularly. Listen to this episode to learn how this mogul quit her 9-5 and crafted her dream life.

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In this episode of the Better Than Succes Podcast, Your host Nikki Purvy talks with successful entrepreneur Isaiah Nathaniel about how he runs two successful businesses simultaneously.  Isaiah reveals his time management strategy and talks about how to focus.  According to Isaiah, both focusing and prioritizing are essential for success. Listen now to learn the secrets to becoming a great leader according to Isaiah.

Isaiah Nathaniel is a successful entrepreneur, film producer and director who is the owner and CEO of Calcom Technologies a premier Informational Technology company based out of Philadelphia, Pa. He is also the owner of MadOptics Productions, a film production company that focuses on films, sports, and photography. Recently noted Isaiah received national press as the executive producer, writer, and director of 16th and Philly, a documentary film released February 2014.

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy interviews attorney Sam Anyan. 

Samuel A. Anyan, Jr. represents clients injured due to slip and fall accidents, construction site accidents, medical malpractice, defective products, police brutality, and car accidents. Mr. Anyan is known for his superior preparation and courtroom skills, obtaining stellar results for his clients.

Mr. Anyan has been featured on MSNBC as well as a number of nationally circulated publications. He was also named ‘A Lawyer on the Fast Track 2011’ by the Legal Intelligencer publication, an honor bestowed to Pennsylvania’s Top Lawyers under 40 each year. Mr. Anyan strives to give his clients the compassionate, caring, personal service and attention they deserve. In 2005, Mr. Anyan received his Juris Doctorate from Howard University School of Law. Mr. Anyan earned his LL.M. degree in trial advocacy from Temple University School of Law in 2008, graduating with honors.

In this interview we discuss how to turn failure into success.  Sam shares how he used failing the bar the first time to his advantage. He then saw his new predicament as an opportunity to position himself for success.  We also talk about what makes lawyers so well-equipped for success.  Sam shares his daily habits that contribute to a productive day and he talks about how he developed these habits. 

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When new businesses get a new website a lot of times they want a blog page. When clients come to us and they want a blog on their new website, deep down in side I want to say “Are you going to really blog? Do you understand the commitment? Do you even know why you want a blog? And as much as you want to believe they will, no one will come to your blog at first? And are you ok with that? If not I can give you another really cool page.” Lol... I want you all to know that a blog is really important and every business needs one but if you are not going to commit or have someone in your business designated to commit, then I don’t want you to do it, because no blog is better than a poorly managed blog, but a well-managed blog is the best of the best! And I’m going to give you the ins and outs of a well managed blog.

Blog vs blog post

Blog – Entire web log

Blog Post – One entry in a web log

How a blog will help your biz

Inside of 9 months

A blog will help close you sales a little faster for large ticket items or services.

Your sales funnel may go like this. The prospect learns about your business through a friend or you and then they go to your site to check out how real you are. Having a well maintenance blog will definitely help to solidify your authenticity once people do come to your website.

For smaller priced items, customers may be actually finding you online through social media or email marketing and people most likely will pull the trigger right then and there, but the presence of a well maintenance blog does establish trust. People will feel more comfortable pulling the trigger if they know someone is taking the site seriously.

Outside of 9 months

I mentioned that your blog isn’t going to help you get search engine traffic for a while but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t start. 9 months to a year seems like a long time to get organic traffic but its not. You have to start somewhere.

The relationship of Google, SEO and your blog

For those of you who don’t know, SEO is search engine optimization, the process of maximizing the number of visitors to a particular website by ensuring that the site appears high on the list of results returned by a search engine.

A long time ago in ancient SEO times way back in the late 90s-the mid to late 2000s people used to do all sorts of witch craft to get their websites ranked in search engines...we called this black hat tricks. An example would be if you sold red socks on your site and you wanted to rank for that then you would make text the same color as your background and write red sock all over the back of your site so no one could see it but when Google crawled the site it would read it and know that you are serious about the red socks business.

The tricks got a lot more sophisticated but Google has always gotten hip to people’s tricks and dinged or penalized people or took them out the search engine all together. It’s hard to get back in Google’s good graces. So Google’s whole existence has been to put in place algorithms such as “Panda” to hurt people who have crappy sites that don’t provide real content and rely on Black Hat tricks.

So how can we now manipulate the search engines?

All of Google’s algorithm changes, information releases, and penalizing have all lead to one conclusion: they have been telling the world what they want from you in exchange for ranking you in their search engine...good quality long content and other reputable people linking to your good quality content. That’s all they want. And trust me, I know you work hard, you are smart, you got some good quality content up there in your dome.

Rules run your blog so that you get traffic from it 9 months to a year from now

1. Blog Regularly
2. Promote Your posts
3. Link to other reputable sites

How to choose a blog post topics

1. Keep a space in your phone or your computer that you make notes about what blog post topics as they come to you. Use client interactions, customer conversations, the news, or even arguments that you have with your significant other as inspiration.
2. Restrict yourself to writing about aspects of the business that you actually love. This will help you write faster and create unique content. It will allow you to develop your tone of voice for the blog and this way you will be providing the world with unique valuable content (what Google loves).
3. See what’s in the news about your industry, write a commentary piece or a news recap.
4. Write about what’s going on in your business

How to Write a Blog Post

1. Choose a good title
2. Use Header Tags
3. Name your picture on your hard drive before you upload
4. Fill in the “Alt Title”
5. Write at least 300-2,000 words
6. Be clear and concise
7. Fact Check
8. Have an Intro, Body, & Outro
9. Write conversationally

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In the episode of the 'Better Than Success Podcast", Nikki Purvy talks about the Three Things Every Entrepreneur Needs to Understand about Money. She uses her experience with working with hundreds of small businesses and startups to hone in on the three most invaluable lessons that most new businesses need to grasp to help their business flourish.

The lessons as recorded in this podcast episode are as follows:

1) Money is a tool Nothing more. Nothing less.

Money is not real. It has no real value. Its a tool. Its not a thing to love because its not lovable. Its not a thing to praise, its not even a thing to rap about in songs. Once you understand that its a tool just like a wrench or a hammer then you will make better money decisions for your business

Here are some uses for this tool.

• Use it to make time and freedom
• Use it to buy cash flows (and wealth)

2) Know the Difference between speculating and investing

In Benjamin Gram’s book “intelligent investor”, the author differentiates the difference between speculating and and investing as:

“An investment operation is one which, upon thorough analysis, promises safety of principal and a satisfactory return. Operations not meeting these requirements are speculative.”

Investopedia differentiates as:

“Typically, high-risk trades that are almost akin to gambling fall under the umbrella of speculation, whereas lower-risk investments based on fundamentals and analysis fall into the category of investing. Investors seek to generate a satisfactory return on their capital by taking on an average or below-average amount of risk. On the other hand, speculators are seeking to make abnormally high returns from bets that can go one way or the other. It should be noted that speculation is not exactly like gambling because speculators do try to make an educated decision on the direction of the trade, but the risk inherent in the trade tends to be significantly above average.”

What I want you to gather from this is that unless you have done research and analysis about your business and industry then you are speculating. I am very much so not in the business of speculating when it comes to my livelihood or my business and I don’t suggest that you do that either. I want to point out that in the intelligent investor the author points out that anyone has the right to speculate but never comingle your speculation operations with your investment operations and never rely on your speculation money.

Even furthermore, because a lot of new business owners don’t know the difference between investing and speculating they accept investing returns for speculation activity. By the Investopedia definition ‘speculation’ can demand higher returns because it’s more risky. Some small businesses think they’re investing when they’re really speculating because they haven’t done the proper research.

Someone said to me that after listening to this podcast, I came off as well read. I don’t know how much I agree or disagree, it’s all relative but I have read a quote a few books by top business leaders and an underlying theme is that they don’t gamble. Andrew Carnegie said this in his autobiography about gambling:

“I have never bought or sold a share of stock speculatively in my life, except one small lot of Pennsylvania Railroad shares that I bought early in life for investment and for which I did not pay at the time because bankers offered to carry it for me at a low rate. Such a course should commend itself to every man in the manufacturing business and to all professional men. For the manufacturing man especially the rule would seem all important. His mind must be kept calm and free if he is to decide wisely the problems which are continually coming before him What is not, he sees, and what he sees, is not. He cannot judge of relative values or get the true perspective of things. The molehill seems to him a mountain and the mountain a molehill, and he jumps at conclusions, which he should arrive at by reason. His mind is upon the stock quotations and not upon the points that require calm thought. Speculation is a parasite feeding upon values, creating none.”

Now of course we are not talking about individual stocks but this concept can be easily transmuted to running a business because in reality it’s the same thing --- you should steer clear of starting a business that you speculated about rather than taking your time and researching and analyzing. You can get distracted by upswings and downswings and you never “judge the relative values or get the true perspective of things”

This also goes for any sub-investments you make while running your business. Should you buy that new piece of equipment?

Should you spend money on a billboard?

Should you invest in that new software promising to make your business run more efficiently?

Should you hire that new employee?

None of this should be speculated on.

3) Make giving back a monthly expense.

There is something about giving back and helping a fellow human being that improves our own quality of life. Almost every successful person I know gives back on a major scale. Lets pick 3 of the most successful people of all time. So that there’s no debate here...

• Oprah – Oprah is a major philanthropist. She donates to 3 major organizations: TheAngel Network, The Oprah Winfrey Foundation, and The Oprah Winfrey Operating Foundation. She also donates to Mississippi Animal Rescue League, Project Cuddle and Free the Children. I don’t have time to run off everything this woman does but you probably already know.

• Warren Buffet - In 2006 he made American history by making the largest ever charitable donation by an individual – $37bn to theBill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

• Bill gates -In 2006 the Microsoft founder announced that in 2008 he would dramatically reduce his involvement in the running of the company in order to concentrate his efforts more fully on the Bill and Melinda Gates.

The Foundation focuses on 4 aspects: They have the Global Development Division, the Global Health Division, the United States Division, and the Global Policy & Advocacy Division.

So one may argue that the reason that these people give so much is because they have so much. But I will vehemently argue with anyone that the reason that these people have so much is because they give so much.

If there is one thing that you take away from this episode or all the episodes ever of this podcast, It would be this principle. I guarantee you that if you give back to the world your business will be blessed. There is no such thing as waving a magical wand to get riches but this is darn close.

Ill tell you what we do as an organization. In addition to various contributions when something strikes us, we pledge to give a select number of teachers $100 gift cards to staples every month. This gives us a sense of responsibility. Every 1st of the month, that’s an expense that we have.

I’m not telling you this to brag, at all because its nothing to brag about. I’m telling you this to help you model your social responsibility efforts. If you treat it like a bill or expense then it will be such a part of who your company is and I promise you that you will see the results (that is as long as your business is honest and run well).

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In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy reveals step-by-step her time management technique that allows her to complete more in a day than others complete in a week. We all know that time management is key to success and business development. This 9-step process is easy to follow and start with laying a solid foundation that starts with mindset. There is also a free download that will help listeners to adopt this technique.

Last week on episode 4 of the “Better than Success” Podcast we talked about the 3 Phases of work/life balance for new entrepreneurs.

We talked about the ‘Tantrum Phase’, ‘The Superman Phase’ and the ‘Work Smarter not Harder Phase’.

In the ‘Work Smarter not Harder Phase’, we learn that time is the most valuable resource. This is why it is important for us to learn to maximix our time if we must work smarter

Here I will lay out my 9 step process to maximize my time and get 75% more done in a day.

Steps 1-3 are foundational and very important.

Step 1. Develop A Time Control Mindset.

This is the most important step in this whole process. You have to develop a Time Control Mindset.

I’m going to note a couple of facts that will help you develop a Time Control Mindset

“You have the same amount of hours in a day as Beyonce”

"Work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion" – Parkinson’s Law

“You are AlWays the boss of your time” –Nikki Purvy

Step 2. Learn to Focus.

Most people cannot focus. This is not based on empirical evidence but I would guess that 80% of people don’t now how to focus on a single task for an hours up to 40 hours let alone one that takes 1 hour.

I learned the importance of concentration from the book the THE POWER OF CONCENTRATION. Theron Q. Dumont or William Walker Atkinson. The author is noted as both men.

Here are some tasks that will help you focus

• working out without stoping to talk to your friends
• Reading
• Playing an instrument or anything that requires you to use your hands

Here are some focus killers

• TV
• Social Media
• Too much work-time banter

Step 3. Time yourself

Write out your tasks to be completed over the next day/hour/week in haphazard increments before you attack them. Time your self on each individual task. How long does it take to complete each task uninterrupted? This is very important. This concept came from the book ‘Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time’ by Jeff Sutherland. I didn’t read all of it but I did uncover the part where the author talks about learning how long t takes to do certain tasks before you lock down a project due date

The concept here is to get an accurate time frame of how long it takes to complete different tasks uninterrupted when you’re focused.

Record these times, take a mental note or whatever.

This may take a week or a month for you to get a proper account for how long it takes to complete tasks.

Steps 4-9 I have a worksheet for you to download at betterthanSuccess.com/5

Step 4. Record Your Tasks as They Come to You

Record all your tasks as they come to your head. Write down all your tasks to be completed as you go along in life. Take notes in your phone, write on scraps of paper, or take notes on your computer. You will get ideas from everywhere. Write them down anywhere but be sure that you can find them come Monday morning. And at the top of every other working day

BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING. BEFORE YOU HAVE YOUR COFFEE. Do steps 5 and 6.

Step 5. Create Your Master Task List

Make a list of all your tasks that you recorded in your various places. Take them all and put them in one place, for the week, ON the COMPUTER. This is called the master task list

Step 6. Schedule Out Your Day

Schedule out your day. Just today. Schedule out 15 min, 30 min, 1 –2 hour blocks of time to complete tasks throughout your day and start inserting them in these blocks according to priority and how long it takes you to do a task uninterrupted, because remember you timed yourself. This is called the daily schedule

Add in your coffee break and your lunch break. And your Facebook break if you need one. Schedule these out. Schedule out time to BS with your coworkers. For real, factor that in.

Step 7. Define the End of the Day

Give yourself a definitive time to end work for the day, no matter what. This is what gives you the work/life balance.

Note: As you go through your day sticking as close to your schedule as possible make note of the following:

• Remember you are only doing today so not everything from the week’s list will get in here. Its not supposed to. What this does is it allows you to race against the clock for completing individual tasks and gives you a deadline for each. So its like you are always working in the last minute without the pressure. It also assures you that you are actually working as efficiently as you can.
• As you go through the day completing tasks use the strike out to cross them out both on the schedule and the large task list
• As new things come up through out the day that does not need your immediate attention, add them to the master task list.

Step 8. Account for the things you completed

At the end of the day account for the things you completed as well as the things you did not. Sometimes things come up or new more urgent tasks get thrown in the day so tasks take a little longer. So you may not complete everything but that’s ok. You did as much as you possibly could. And if that is true then it’s a lot. You are human, so that means that you are powerful by nature. As long as you are at your best then that means you did a lot!

Step 9. Start your new day

Before you do anything as soon as you sit at your desk. Take the things from the master task list that did not get crossed off and the things that did not get completed and remember the new tasks that came up yesterday that didn’t require your immediate attention they should be here too. Copy and paste them all down to anew master task list for that day and repeat steps 6-8. This is why you do this on a computer.

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In this episode, Nikki Purvy talks about the three phases that all new entrepreneurs go through.  Learn what the Tantrum Phase, Superman Phase, and the 'Work Smarter not Harder' Phase are.  Learn how long each phase lasts and most importantly learn how you can get to the next phase. 

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In episode 3 of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy talks the top 3 books that will help you jump start or get your business out of a rut. She digs deep in each of these books, reveals the major theories within the pages and explains how each of the ideas can help you with your business. We learn what "trust" really means and why you need it, seven principles to attain spiritual, mental and physical freedom, and what single key skill the current generation lacks that holds them back from success.

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In episode 2 of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy talks what networking really is and how to network when your business leaves you with little time to do so. Learn to Network effectively without actually networking and the #1 rule of networking.

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In episode 1 of the Better than Success Podcast your host Nikki Purvy defines 'Point of Difference' and explains why your business needs one. She also gives you a questionnaire to help guide your through establishing your business' Point of Difference. We then talk further rules that every business owner should follow when narrowing down your point of difference.  

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